Cannon (1971): cast, story & where to watch

1971 · Film · ★ 1

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Released in 1971, Cannon is a drama, crime, mystery and tv movie film directed by George McCowan, running about 98 minutes.

What it’s about. In this pilot film to the TV series, Cannon investigates the murder of a war buddy to clear the man's wife of suspicion in his death.

Who’s in it. Cannon stars William Conrad as Frank Cannon, J.D. Cannon as Lt. Kelly Redfield, Lynda Day George as Christie Redfield and Murray Hamilton as Virgil Holley, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, Cannon has proved divisive with audiences.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Cannon (1971)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cannon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Cannon worth watching?
Cannon holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime, mystery and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Cannon?
Cannon stars William Conrad, J.D. Cannon, Lynda Day George, Murray Hamilton and Earl Holliman.
When was Cannon released?
Cannon was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.