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Madigan

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1968 | 101 min | Crime, Thriller

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (77% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for crime fans and anyone who likes to be kept guessing. If you loved The Naked City or Niagara, start here.
The mood
Tense, gritty.
The pace
Fast-moving, at 1 hr 41 min.
What might put you off
Made in 1968: an older pace and style.

NYPD detectives Bonaro and Madigan lose their guns to fugitive Barney Benesch. As compensation, they are given a weekend to bring Benesch to justice. While they follow various leads, Police Commissioner Russell goes about his duties, including attending functions, meeting with aggrieved relatives, and counseling the spouses of fallen officers.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    77% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerWeak

    $1 million worldwide

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 18K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Don Siegel

  • Richard WidmarkDet. Daniel Madigan
  • Henry FondaCommissioner Anthony X. Russell
  • Inger StevensJulia Madigan
  • Harry GuardinoDet. Rocco Bonaro
  • James WhitmoreChief Inspector Charles Kane
  • Susan ClarkTricia Bentley
  • Michael DunnMidget Castiglione
  • Steve IhnatBarney Benesch
  • Don StroudHughie
  • Sheree NorthJonesy