Chicago Deadline (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1949, Chicago Deadline is a thriller, drama, crime and mystery film directed by Lewis Allen, running about 86 minutes. “He's a fighting reporter making front page history!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. On Chicago's South Side reporter Ed Ames finds the body of a dead girl. Her address book leads to a host of names of men frightened by her death but claiming never to have known her. Ames comes to know quite a lot, dangerously so.
Who’s in it. Chicago Deadline stars Alan Ladd as Ed Adams, Donna Reed as Rosita Jean D'Ur, June Havoc as Leona and Irene Hervey as Belle Dorset, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Chicago Deadline 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 Chicago Deadline page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chicago Deadline tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chicago Deadline (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chicago Deadline change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chicago Deadline worth watching?
- Chicago Deadline holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Chicago Deadline?
- Chicago Deadline stars Alan Ladd, Donna Reed, June Havoc, Irene Hervey and Arthur Kennedy.
- When was Chicago Deadline released?
- Chicago Deadline was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.