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The Return of Ironside (1993): cast, story & where to watch

1993 · Film · ★ 4.8

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Released in 1993, The Return of Ironside is a tv movie film directed by Gary Nelson, running about 89 minutes.

What it’s about. After forty years of good and faithful services, Robert T. Ironside, reprocessed police force of San Francisco, is finally on the point of tasting with the joys of a rest deserved well with Katherine, his wife, in their vineyard recently bought. However, a few days after his official departure, he is contacted by persons in charge for the police force of Denver, which offers the post of general manager temporarily to him their services, following the assassination for preceding occupying of the station in question. Initially reticent, Ironside ends up yielding and, with the agreement of his wife, agrees to take up the challenge, the more so as he has pleasure to find Susan, the girl of the one of her former assistants.

Who’s in it. The Return of Ironside stars Raymond Burr as Robert T. Dacier, Don Galloway as Ed Brown, Barbara Anderson as Eve Whitfield and Elizabeth Baur as Fran Belding, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Return of Ironside has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Return of Ironside page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Return of Ironside tend to enjoy Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ, Sherlock: The Abominable Bride, Steven Universe: The Movie and Twin Peaks.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Return of Ironside (1993)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Return of Ironside change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Return of Ironside worth watching?
The Return of Ironside holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Return of Ironside?
The Return of Ironside stars Raymond Burr, Don Galloway, Barbara Anderson, Elizabeth Baur and Don Mitchell.
When was The Return of Ironside released?
The Return of Ironside was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.