Tiger by the Tail (1970)
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- M
- 1h 39min
- Drama, Thriller
- Jan 1970 (USA)
- Movie
Vietnam war hero, accused of murdering his brother, recruits his socialite girlfriend to hunt for the real killer.
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Cast
| Christopher George | ... |
Steve Michaelis
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| Tippi Hedren | ... |
Rita Armstrong
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| Dean Jagger | ... |
Top Polk
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| Charo | ... |
Darlita
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| Lloyd Bochner | ... |
Del Ware
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| John Dehner | ... |
Sheriff Chancey Jones
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| Glenda Farrell | ... |
Sarah Harvey
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| Alan Hale Jr. | ... |
Billy Jack Whitehorn
(as Alan Hale)
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| Skip Homeier | ... |
Deputy Sheriff Laswell
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| R.G. Armstrong | ... |
Ben Holmes
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| Dennis Patrick | ... |
Frank Michaelis
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| Marilyn Devin | ... |
Julie Foster
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| Burt Mustin | ... |
Tom Dugger
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Frank Babich | ... |
Reporter
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Della Young | ... |
Bikini Girl
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Tricia Young | ... |
Bikini Girl
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| Martin Ashe | ... |
Jimmy-San Ricketts
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Ray Martel | ... |
Garcia
(as Ray Martell)
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Fernando Pereira | ... |
Mendoza
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Olga Velez | ... |
Candita
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The Mescalero Apache Horn Dancers | ... |
Themselves
(as The Mescalero Apache Horn Dancers of The Mescalero Apache Tribe New Mexico)
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Meredith Neal | ... |
Self
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The Boot Heel Boys | ... |
Themselves
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Directed by
| R.G. Springsteen | ||
Written by
| Charles A. Wallace | ... | (written by) (as Charles Wallace) |
Produced by
| Earle Lyon | ... | executive producer |
| Francis D. Lyon | ... | producer |
| Bill L. Welch | ... | assistant producer |
Music by
| Joe Greene | ||
Cinematography by
| Alan Stensvold | ... | director of photography |
Editing by
| Terry O. Morse | ||
Editorial Department
| Martin C. Tomson | ... | assistant editor |
Casting By
| Kerwin Coughlin | ... | (casting by) |
Set Decoration by
| Raymond Boltz Jr. | ... | (as Raymond Q. Boltz Jr.) |
Costume Design by
| Laura Rosser | ||
Makeup Department
| Maurice Stein | ... | makeup artist |
Production Management
| Joe Wonder | ... | executive production supervisor (as Joseph M. Wonder) |
Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
| Bill Schwartz | ... | assistant director (as William Schwartz) |
Art Department
| Ross C. Burke | ... | property master |
Sound Department
| Robert Post | ... | sound mixer (as Robert L. Post) |
| William L. Stevenson | ... | sound effects editor |
| Martin C. Tomson | ... | sound effects editor |
Special Effects by
| Robert George | ... | special effects |
Camera and Electrical Department
| Robert Comer | ... | gaffer |
| Harry Stern | ... | key grip |
Costume and Wardrobe Department
| Frank Tauss | ... | costumer |
Music Department
| Xavier Cugat | ... | composer: song "Let's Drink, Friend" |
| James R. Lockert | ... | music recorder |
| Gilbert D. Marchant | ... | music editor (as Gilbert Marchant) |
Script and Continuity Department
| Emilie Ehrlich | ... | script supervisor |
Production Companies
- United Pictures
- Commonwealth United Entertainment (in association with)
Distributors
- Commonwealth United Entertainment (1970) (United States) (theatrical) (as Commonwealth United Corporation)
- Kino Lorber (2018) (United States) (Blu-ray) (also DVD)
- National Telefilm Associates (NTA) (United States) (tv) (syndication)
- Paramount Channel (2022) (France) (tv)
Special Effects
Other Companies
- Ruidoso Racing Association (gratefully acknowledge the cooperation of)
- Jockey Club of Ruidoso Downs (gratefully acknowledge the cooperation of)
- The State of New Mexico (gratefully acknowledge the cooperation of)
Storyline
| Plot Summary |
Steve Michaelis, a Vietnam war hero is unjustly framed for the murder of his brother. He enlists the help of Rita Armstrong his socialite girlfriend to help him find the real killer. Written by alfiehitchie & tipsyheadrinse |
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| Taglines | They tried to frame him for robbery and murder, but they had a ... Tiger By The Tail See more » |
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| Parents Guide | Add content advisory for parents » |
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Did You Know?
| Trivia | Final film of director R.G. Springsteen. See more » |
| Soundtracks | Let's Drink, Friend See more » |