Watch Dog_
A television reporter uncovers a compromising photograph of a Supreme Court nominee, only for the woman in the picture to die under mysterious circumstances. As he investigates, he’s drawn into a web of political intrigue and media manipulation. Originally conceived as a TV series pilot, the 1973 thriller aired as a standalone film directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Martin Landau.
Starring
Martin Landau, Barbara Bain, Will Geer
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
Watch Dog was released 53 years ago in 1973.
Overview
A television reporter uncovers a compromising photograph of a Supreme Court nominee, only for the woman in the picture to die under mysterious circumstances....
Watch Dog is a TV Movie, Thriller, Drama film with a runtime of 1h 13m.
CAST (16)
Martin Landau
Paul Savage
Barbara Bain
Gail Abbott
Will Geer
Joel Ryker
Paul Richards
Peter Brooks
Michele Carey
Allison Baker
Barry Sullivan
Judge Daniel Stern
Louise Latham
Marian Stern
Dabney Coleman
Ted Seligson
Susan Howard
Lee Raynolds
Pat Harrington, Jr.
Russell
Jack Bender
Jerry
Victor Millan
Director
Warren J. Kemmerling
Lieutenant Chambers
Danny Goldman
Commercial Director
Richard Stahl
Photographer
John Mitchum
Motel Manager
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Watch Dog about?
A television reporter uncovers a compromising photograph of a Supreme Court nominee, only for the woman in the picture to die under mysterious circumstances. As he investigates, he’s drawn into a web of political intrigue and media manipulation. Originally conceived as a TV series pilot, the 1973 thriller aired as a standalone film directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Martin Landau.
How long is Watch Dog?
Watch Dog has a runtime of 73 minutes (1h 13m).
Who stars in Watch Dog?
The cast of Watch Dog includes Martin Landau, Barbara Bain, Will Geer, Paul Richards, Michele Carey.
What is the rating of Watch Dog?
Watch Dog has a rating of 5.7 out of 10 based on 10 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (3)
TV Movie
Thriller
Drama