Telethon (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1977, Telethon is a thriller, drama and tv movie film directed by David Lowell Rich, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. The behind-the-scenes intrigues — including, possibly, a murder — of an all-star fundraising telethon set in Las Vegas.
Who’s in it. Telethon stars Polly Bergen as Dorothy Goodwin, Lloyd Bridges as Matt Tallman, Red Buttons as Marty Rand and Edd Byrnes as Charlie Burton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Telethon has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Telethon page.
If you liked it. Fans of Telethon tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Telethon (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Telethon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Telethon worth watching?
- Telethon holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Telethon?
- Telethon stars Polly Bergen, Lloyd Bridges, Red Buttons, Edd Byrnes and Dick Clark.
- When was Telethon released?
- Telethon was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.