The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case (1976): cast, story & where to watch

1976 · Film · ★ 6.8

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Released in 1976, The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case is a drama, crime and tv movie film directed by Buzz Kulik, running about 148 minutes.

What it’s about. Fact-based story of the kidnapping of Charles Lindbergh Jr., son and namesake of the famed pilot, and ensuing trial of accused and convicted killer, Bruno Hauptmann.

Who’s in it. The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case stars Cliff DeYoung as Charles Lindbergh, Anthony Hopkins as Bruno Richard Hauptmann, Denise Alexander as Violet Sharpe and Sian Barbara Allen as Anne Morrow Lindbergh, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

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Where can I watch The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case (1976)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case worth watching?
The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case?
The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case stars Cliff DeYoung, Anthony Hopkins, Denise Alexander, Sian Barbara Allen and Martin Balsam.
When was The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case released?
The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 148 minutes.