Hellinger's Law (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1981, Hellinger's Law is a drama, crime and tv movie film directed by Leo Penn, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A flamboyant criminal lawyer named Nick Hellinger takes on the case of a syndicate's accountant (actually a Justice Department agent who has infiltrated the mob) accused of murdering a local TV newscaster.
Who’s in it. Hellinger's Law stars Morgan Stevens as Andy Clay, Telly Savalas as Nick Hellinger, M. Emmet Walsh as Mr. Graebner and Rod Taylor as Clint Tolliver, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Hellinger's Law has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hellinger's Law page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hellinger's Law tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hellinger's Law (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hellinger's Law change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hellinger's Law worth watching?
- Hellinger's Law holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hellinger's Law?
- Hellinger's Law stars Morgan Stevens, Telly Savalas, M. Emmet Walsh, Rod Taylor and Ja'net DuBois.
- When was Hellinger's Law released?
- Hellinger's Law was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.