Winchell (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1998, Winchell is a drama, tv movie and history film directed by Paul Mazursky, running about 105 minutes. “He didn't report the news ... he made it.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The true story of the influential and controversial columnist, Walter Winchell.
Who’s in it. Winchell stars Stanley Tucci as Walter Winchell, Glenne Headly as Dallas Wayne, Paul Giamatti as Herman Klurfeld and Christopher Plummer as Franklin D. Roosevelt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Winchell 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 Winchell page.
If you liked it. Fans of Winchell tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Winchell (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Winchell change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Winchell worth watching?
- Winchell holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Winchell?
- Winchell stars Stanley Tucci, Glenne Headly, Paul Giamatti, Christopher Plummer and Xander Berkeley.
- When was Winchell released?
- Winchell was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.