Medium Cool (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1969, Medium Cool is a drama film directed by Haskell Wexler, running about 111 minutes. “Beyond the age of innocence... into the age of awareness.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. John Cassellis is the toughest TV news reporter around. After extensively reporting about violence and racial tensions in poor communities, he discovers that his network is helping the FBI by granting them access to his footage to find suspects.
Who’s in it. Medium Cool stars Robert Forster as John, Verna Bloom as Eileen, Peter Bonerz as Gus and Marianna Hill as Ruth, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Medium Cool has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Medium Cool page.
If you liked it. Fans of Medium Cool tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Medium Cool (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Medium Cool change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Medium Cool worth watching?
- Medium Cool holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Medium Cool?
- Medium Cool stars Robert Forster, Verna Bloom, Peter Bonerz, Marianna Hill and Harold Blankenship.
- When was Medium Cool released?
- Medium Cool was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.