Calling Bulldog Drummond (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1951, Calling Bulldog Drummond is a crime and mystery film directed by Victor Saville, running about 80 minutes. “Scotland Yard Crime Crusher Battles Walkie-Talkie Gangsters!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Bulldog Drummond leaves retirement to help a Scotland Yard Sergeant catch thieves armed with radar.
Who’s in it. Calling Bulldog Drummond stars Walter Pidgeon as Major Hugh "Bulldog" Drummond, Margaret Leighton as Sergeant Helen Smith, Robert Beatty as Arthur Gunns and David Tomlinson as Algernon "Algy" Longworth, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Calling Bulldog Drummond 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 Calling Bulldog Drummond page.
If you liked it. Fans of Calling Bulldog Drummond tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Calling Bulldog Drummond (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Calling Bulldog Drummond change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Calling Bulldog Drummond worth watching?
- Calling Bulldog Drummond holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Calling Bulldog Drummond?
- Calling Bulldog Drummond stars Walter Pidgeon, Margaret Leighton, Robert Beatty, David Tomlinson and Peggy Evans.
- When was Calling Bulldog Drummond released?
- Calling Bulldog Drummond was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.