Calling Dr. Gillespie (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1942, Calling Dr. Gillespie is a comedy, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Harold S. Bucquet, running about 89 minutes. “The Case of the Trainwhistle Murderer!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Dr. Kildare's friend Dr. Gillespie is called in to investigate when a young man suffering from mental problems disappears on a killing spree.
Who’s in it. Calling Dr. Gillespie stars Lionel Barrymore as Dr. Leonard Gillespie, Philip Dorn as Dr. John Hunter Gerniede, Donna Reed as Marcia Bradburn and Phil Brown as Roy Todwell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Calling Dr. Gillespie 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 Dr. Gillespie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Calling Dr. Gillespie tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Calling Dr. Gillespie (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Calling Dr. Gillespie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Calling Dr. Gillespie worth watching?
- Calling Dr. Gillespie holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Calling Dr. Gillespie?
- Calling Dr. Gillespie stars Lionel Barrymore, Philip Dorn, Donna Reed, Phil Brown and Nat Pendleton.
- When was Calling Dr. Gillespie released?
- Calling Dr. Gillespie was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.