Wiretapper (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1955, Wiretapper is a notable film directed by Dick Ross, running about 80 minutes. “The true-life drama of the man who kept the Gangsters, the Gamblers and the Bookies always one step ahead of the law - until the moment when he tapped in on a direct line to God!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A cash-strapped electrical engineer with a criminal past vows to go straight when he marries his longtime girlfriend, but he has second thoughts when the mob offers big money for his wiretapping services.
Who’s in it. Wiretapper stars Bill Williams as James Arthur Vaus, Jr., Georgia Lee as Alice Rosealba Vaus, Douglas Kennedy as Charles Rumsden and Phil Tead as Mr. Wiggins, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Wiretapper has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wiretapper page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wiretapper (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wiretapper change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wiretapper worth watching?
- Wiretapper holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wiretapper?
- Wiretapper stars Bill Williams, Georgia Lee, Douglas Kennedy, Phil Tead and Stanley Clements.
- When was Wiretapper released?
- Wiretapper was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.