Jigsaw (1972)
A gripping 1972 TV movie pilot in which a missing persons detective awakens at a murder scene and must fight to prove his innocence.
Jigsaw - Movie Information
- Original Title: Jigsaw
- Release Year: 1972
- Directed by: William A. Graham
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Mystery, Crime, TV Movie
- Runtime: 1h 40m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): March 26, 1972
- Alternative Titles: Man on the Move (US)
- Production Companies: Universal Television
- Production Countries: United States of America
Jigsaw - Plot
In this pilot for the 1972-73 series, a detective specializing in missing persons cases finds himself accused of murder after being found unconscious in the apartment of a slain state official.
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Jigsaw - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- William A. Graham
Main Cast
- James Wainwright
- Vera Miles
- Andrew Duggan
- Edmond O'Brien
- Marsha Hunt
- Irene Dailey
- Richard Kiley
- Gene Andrusco
- Milton Selzer
- Elliott Street
Writers
- Robert E. Thompson
Producers
- Stanley Kallis
Jigsaw - FAQs
What is Jigsaw (1972) about?
Jigsaw is a 1972 TV movie pilot in which Lieutenant Frank Dain, a detective who specializes in missing persons cases, wakes up unconscious in the apartment of a murdered state official and finds himself the prime suspect, forcing him to unravel a deadly conspiracy to clear his name.
Where can you watch Jigsaw (1972)?
Jigsaw (1972) is a vintage TV movie with limited streaming availability. You can check current viewing options, including any rental or digital purchase platforms, on JustWatch, which tracks up-to-date streaming and on-demand availability across major services in your region.
Who are the main actors in Jigsaw (1972)?
The film stars James Wainwright as Lt. Frank Dain, Vera Miles as Lilah Beth Cummings, Andrew Duggan as Harrison Delando, Edmond O'Brien as Det. Ed Burtelson, Richard Kiley as DA Dan Bellington, and Marsha Hunt as Dr. Gehlen, among others.
Is Jigsaw (1972) a TV pilot or a standalone film?
Jigsaw (1972) served as the pilot for the Jigsaw television series that aired during the 1972–73 season. It introduced James Wainwright as Lt. Frank Dain, a detective specializing in missing persons cases, and was produced by Universal Television for ABC.
Who directed Jigsaw (1972)?
Jigsaw (1972) was directed by William A. Graham, a prolific television director known for his work on numerous TV movies and series throughout the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. The screenplay was written by Robert E. Thompson.
When was Jigsaw (1972) released?
Jigsaw (1972) premiered on March 26, 1972. It was produced by Universal Television and broadcast as a TV movie pilot, subsequently leading to the Jigsaw series that ran during the 1972–73 television season.
What genre is Jigsaw (1972)?
Jigsaw (1972) is a Mystery and Crime TV Movie. It blends classic detective procedural elements with a wrongful-accusation thriller narrative, following a missing persons specialist who must investigate a murder to exonerate himself.
What are movies similar to Jigsaw (1972)?
If you enjoy Jigsaw (1972), you might also like similar titles such as Fame Is the Name of the Game (1966), House on Greenapple Road (1970), Operation Heartbeat (1969), The Female Instinct (1972), and Knight Rider: Knight of the Phoenix (1982), all of which share a TV movie detective or thriller sensibility.
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