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The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover

1977Movie1 h 52 minPG

DramaHistory
53
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.1Rotten Tomatoes–48%

A slow-burning, intriguing drama movie about history and politics.

Good for thought-provoking · adults · solo watch

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Story

The files that escaped the shredder have become an incredible motion picture.

The story of J. Edgar Hoover, head of the FBI from 1924-1972, following his racket-busting days through his reign under eight US presidents.

Feels like

  • Biographical Drama
  • Political Intrigue
  • FBI History
  • Psychological Portrait
  • Historical Period Piece
  • Controversial Figure
  • Secretive Power
  • Moral Ambiguity
  • Bureaucratic Power

Cast

24 of 36

Crew

Directed by
Larry Cohen
Written by
Larry Cohen
Produced by
Larry Cohen
Music by
Miklós Rózsa

Everyone

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Facts

December 1, 1977 · 1 h 52 min · PG

Released
December 1, 1977
Runtime
1 h 52 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language
Genres
Drama, History
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
27 countries

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Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover?"

Questions about The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover

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Where can I stream The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover?

PrimefuboTVMGM+PhiloScreenPixTubi TV

In the United States, The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover streams on Prime, fuboTV, MGM+, Philo, and ScreenPix, and it is free with ads on Tubi TV. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover worth watching?

53
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53 (IMDb 6.1).

Is The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover okay for kids?

PGNuditySexual contentStrong language

Better for older viewers: it's rated PG in the United States for nudity, sexual content, and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for adults.

Will I feel good after watching The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for bleakness and 7 for melancholy, against 2 for hopefulness.