About this release
From the Creator of Road To Perdition Eliot Ness - the real-life gangbuster who brought down Al Capone tells his thrilling story as never before! From Robert Stack to Kevin Costner, Hollywood's glamorization doesn't compare. Max Allan Collins, whose graphic novel ROAD TO PERDITION became the Academy Award-winning Tom Hanks film, has brought his Edgar-nominated one-man show to the screen in a stylistic fashion. Star Michael Cornelison (THE FINAL SEASON, LOST IN AMERICA) presents a riveting portrait of a heroic yet human Ness. From the prohibition era of crashing stills and bringing down crooked cops, to taking on racketeering rings and nabbing the nation's first serial killer, it's all here, thrilling and true. Media Watch trailer » Cast & Crew Actors: Michael Cornelison Director: Max Allan Collins Producer: Max Allan Collins Additional Details Label: VCI Entertainment Genre: Documentary Language: English Run Time: 104 mins Region: 0 Release Date: 10/23/18 UPC: 089859904028
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Eliot Ness: An Untouchable Life (2005)
104 min
Documentary
Michael Cornelison portrays legendary real-life lawman Eliot Ness in this fascinating one-man show that offers a look at the ups and downs of the courageous gangbuster's life and career. As he tracks down criminals and crooked cops, Ness's diligence leads to his capture of the country's first serial killer. Written by Max Allan Collins (creator of the graphic novel Road to Perdition), the show received an Edgar nomination.
Credits
Director
Max Allan Collins
Writer
Max Allan Collins
Cast
Michael Cornelisonas Eliot Ness
Cinematographer
Phillip W. Dingeldein
Editor
Phillip W. Dingeldein
Producer
Max Allan Collins
Barbara Collins
Release Details
- Packaging
- Blu-ray Case
Images
Catalogue Info
- Added by
- Matthew Simpson
- Date added
- August 17, 2026