---
title: "Uncle Joe Shannon"
year: 1978
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/uncle-joe-shannon-1978"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 270674
imdb_id: "tt0078442"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 108
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 3
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Uncle Joe Shannon (1978) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/uncle-joe-shannon-1978

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Uncle Joe Shannon" (1978).
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Title: Uncle Joe Shannon
Year: 1978
Genre: Drama (American drama)
Director: Joseph Hanwright (also Joseph C. Hanwright)
Writer: Burt Young
Starring: Burt Young, Doug McKeon, Madge Sinclair
Producer: Robert Chartoff, Irwin Winkler
Distributor: United Artists
Runtime: 1h 48m
Plot: A trumpet player is self-destructive after the death of his wife and child in a fire. He befriends a crippled youngster, and they battle obstacles through each other's encouragement.
Release Date: 01/01/1978 (US)
Drafting Sentence 1 (No spoilers): Uncle Joe Shannon is a 1978 American drama film directed by Joseph Hanwright.
Drafting Sentence 2 (Production details): The film was written by Burt Young, who also stars in the production. It was produced by Robert

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Joseph C. Hanwright
- **Networks / Studios**: United Artists

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Burt Young** as *Joe Shannon*
- **Doug McKeon** as *Robbie*
- **Madge Sinclair** as *Margaret*
- **Jason Bernard** as *Goose*
- **Bert Remsen** as *Braddock*
- **Allan Rich** as *Dr. Clark*
- **Martin Beck** as *Marvin*
- **Ed Call** as *Producer*
- **Bobby Cassidy** as *Miguel*
- **Med Flory** as *Humphreys / Shannon's Musicians - Keyboard*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Uncle Joe Shannon online?
Uncle Joe Shannon is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Uncle Joe Shannon worth watching?
Uncle Joe Shannon holds a community rating of 6.3/10 based on 3 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Uncle Joe Shannon and when was it released?
Uncle Joe Shannon is a feature film with a runtime of 108 minutes. It was released in 1978. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Uncle Joe Shannon?
Uncle Joe Shannon was directed by Joseph C. Hanwright.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Uncle Joe Shannon — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/270674)
- [Uncle Joe Shannon - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncle_Joe_Shannon)
- [Uncle Joe Shannon (1978) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0078442/fullcredits/)
- [Uncle Joe Shannon (1978) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/uncle-joe-shannon/credits)
- [Uncle Joe Shannon (1978) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/uncle-joe-shannon/8YC7EDrYGqV00JWyribgO6/credits/)
- [Uncle Joe Shannon - Cast & Crew - Flickchart](https://www.flickchart.com/movie/uncle-joe-shannon/credits)

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