---
title: "Where's Jack?"
year: 1969
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/where-s-jack-1969"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 142944
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 120
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "G"
---

# Where's Jack? (1969) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/where-s-jack-1969

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Where's Jack? is a film first released in 1969. Catalogued under Adventure, Crime, History, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Paramount Pictures, Oakhurst Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A daring 18th‑century thief outwits London’s locks and lawmen."

### Why Watch
- Period setting brings 1720s London to life
- Energetic performances by Steele and Baker
- James Clavell’s vivid action direction

### Caveats & Content Note
- Pacing can feel uneven
- Historical liberties reduce authenticity
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains mild violence and period language suitable for teen and adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: adventure, crime, historical, dramatic, swashbuckling

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: James Clavell
- **Networks / Studios**: Paramount Pictures, Oakhurst Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Tommy Steele** as *Jack Sheppard*
- **Stanley Baker** as *Jonathan Wild*
- **Alan Badel** as *Lord Chancellor*
- **Dudley Foster** as *Blueskin*
- **Fiona Lewis** as *Edgworth Bess Lyon*
- **Sue Lloyd** as *Lady Darlington*
- **Noel Purcell** as *Leatherchest*
- **William Marlowe** as *Tom Sheppard*
- **Eddie Byrne** as *Rev. Wagstaff*
- **Leon Lissek** as *Deeley*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who directed Where's Jack?
James Clavell directed the 1969 film.

### Q: What is the film based on?
It is based on the adventures of Jack Sheppard, a 1720s London thief and jail‑breaker.

### Q: When was the film released?
It was released in 1969, with a US release date of May 1, 1969.

### Q: Who are the lead actors?
The film stars Stanley Baker and Tommy Steele, with supporting roles by Alan Badel, Dudley Foster and Fiona Lewisová.

### Q: What genres does the film combine?
It blends adventure, crime, historical and drama elements.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Where's Jack? — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/142944)
- [Where's Jack? - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Where's_Jack%3F)
- [Where's Jack? 62% (1969) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/252163-wheres-jack)
- [Where's Jack? (1969)](https://www.sms.cz/film/where-s-jack-1969)

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