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The Borgia Stick

  • TV Movie
  • 1967
  • 2h
IMDb RATING
7.2/10
219
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The Borgia Stick (1967)
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A suburban couple discovers that they are pawns for a powerful crime syndicate. They try to break away from the cartel and go legitimate, but the syndicate doesn't want to give them up so ea... Read allA suburban couple discovers that they are pawns for a powerful crime syndicate. They try to break away from the cartel and go legitimate, but the syndicate doesn't want to give them up so easily.A suburban couple discovers that they are pawns for a powerful crime syndicate. They try to break away from the cartel and go legitimate, but the syndicate doesn't want to give them up so easily.

  • Director
    • David Lowell Rich
  • Writer
    • A.J. Russell
  • Stars
    • Don Murray
    • Inger Stevens
    • Barry Nelson
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.2/10
    219
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • David Lowell Rich
    • Writer
      • A.J. Russell
    • Stars
      • Don Murray
      • Inger Stevens
      • Barry Nelson
    • 19User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Don Murray
    Don Murray
    • Tom Harrison
    Inger Stevens
    Inger Stevens
    • Eve Harrison
    Barry Nelson
    Barry Nelson
    • Hal Carter
    Fritz Weaver
    Fritz Weaver
    • Anderson
    Sorrell Booke
    Sorrell Booke
    • Alton
    Marc Connelly
    Marc Connelly
    • Davenport
    Kathleen Maguire
    Kathleen Maguire
    • Ruth
    Dana Elcar
    Dana Elcar
    • Craigmeyer
    Barnard Hughes
    Barnard Hughes
    • Doctor Helm
    Sudie Bond
    Sudie Bond
    • Wilma
    Frederick Rolf
    • Rigley
    Hugh Franklin
    • Willoughby
    Ralph Waite
    Ralph Waite
    • Man from Toledo
    Valerie Allen
    Valerie Allen
    • Louise
    John Randolph
    John Randolph
    • Smith
    Doreen Lang
    Doreen Lang
    • Mrs. Hollingsworth
    House Jameson
    House Jameson
    • Win Hollingsworth
    Rutanya Alda
    Rutanya Alda
    • Nurse
    • Director
      • David Lowell Rich
    • Writer
      • A.J. Russell
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    10rongedd

    suspense movie made for TV in 1967

    great movie! i haven't seen it on TV in a couple of decades, but would love to see it again. anyone know when it might be on TV again, or where i might get a copy? it reminds me somewhat of another really good movie made for TV called brotherhood of the bell. a large and powerful crime syndicate was prevalent in both. the protagonist in both had to escape from life threatening situation. Inga Stephens has never been better. it is too bad this movie wasn't released to the theaters, or at least introduced on video. it is certainly considered a classic by those of us that have seen it, but so many haven't. it will probably be on video sometime in the future, the sooner the better.
    Bmcgowan13

    Apparently amazing film!

    Okay. Now I'm hooked. I was only 7 when the movie was released but I saw the movie (probably in B&W) on our kitchen TV. I don't even really recall what the movie was about but I vividly recall a scene watching them run down railroad tracks...and after 48 years it remains one of a handful of movie names that I remember. I think I might have been only 9 or 10 when I saw it.

    After reading the other reviews here with so many others recalling the movie from those many years ago I can't help but wonder why we all so hooked on a seemingly insignificant movie.

    Huh-after 47 years I searched it on IMDb to see if I'd see what the hell there was in this movie that so impressed me almost 50 years ago. Now I am scared-maybe ill see it again and end up needing therapy..

    Intrigued more then ever now.
    10bsnyder-3

    This one keeps you guessing!

    What a great TV movie! Too bad it is not available on video. This is a very fast paced thriller. Excellent performances by all. The story line is tight and really keeps the viewer focused on the next plot twist. Have seen this film 12 to 15 times and would love for it to be issued on video.
    10damienrecords

    A classic. TV's first made for television film!

    Inger Stevens - fresh from The Farmer's Daugther (with William Windom and Cathleen Nesbitt) and the venerable Don Murray are superb. I bought an okay DVD online. The story still holds up after so many years and that is because of the leads and the supporting players. I've never forgotten it. So weird how we older people remember certain films that have touched our lives in some way or other. I believe it was Inger Stevens who did it for me. Sad life, a tragedy. The film is eerie and so true to life. And as it turned out could very well be reel life. I wish they would release it on a good, good DVD. It is worth watching on any venue however.
    10wbgmtlis

    One of the most impressive movies, EVER!

    I was one of the few that had seen this movie when it came out in 1967. I was 14 years old when it came out and can only remember bits and pieces now. I have looked on and off for forty years to see if it was ever re-released. It never was to my knowledge. This movie made such an impression on me that has lasted four decades. I don't know who is in charge of releasing this to DVD, but it should be done and done quickly. I remember sitting on the edge of my seat till the very end. What a great movie. To all those who missed out, I'm sorry for you. The only way we will ever see this great flick again is to put pressure on the movie and TV industry to release it.

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      This was originally intended as a starring vehicle for Anthony Quinn.

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    • Release date
      • February 25, 1967 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Das Mörder Syndikat
    • Filming locations
      • Universal Studios - 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, California, USA(Studio)
    • Production company
      • Universal Television
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    • Runtime
      • 2h(120 min)
    • Sound mix
      • Mono
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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