The Desperate Hours
A reign of violence sweeps the screen.
Escaped convicts terrorize a suburban family they're holding hostage.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Desperate Hours
- Genres: Crime, Thriller
- Release Date: 1955-10-05
- Runtime: 112 minutes
- Rating: 6.997/10 (169 votes)
- Budget: $2,300,000
- Revenue: $2,500,000
- Production Companies: Paramount Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.6065
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Humphrey Bogart
as Glenn Griffin
Fredric March
as Daniel C. Hilliard
Arthur Kennedy
as Deputy Sheriff Jesse Bard
Martha Scott
as Eleanor 'Ellie' Hilliard
Dewey Martin
as Hal Griffin
Gig Young
as Chuck Wright
Mary Murphy
as Cynthia 'Cindy' Hilliard
Richard Eyer
as Ralph Hilliard
Robert Middleton
as Sam Kobish
Bert Freed
as Tom Winston
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Desperate Hours?▼
The Desperate Hours is a Crime, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1955-10-05.
Who are the main actors in The Desperate Hours?▼
The main cast includes Humphrey Bogart, Fredric March, Arthur Kennedy, Martha Scott, Dewey Martin, .
Where can I watch The Desperate Hours online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Desperate Hours is available.
Is The Desperate Hours based on a true story?▼
A reign of violence sweeps the screen.
What is the IMDb rating of The Desperate Hours?▼
The Desperate Hours has an IMDb rating of 6.997/10 based on 169 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Desperate Hours?▼
The movie had a production budget of $2,300,000 and earned $2,500,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Desperate Hours?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Desperate Hours filmed?▼
The Desperate Hours was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Desperate Hours?▼
The total runtime of The Desperate Hours is 112 minutes.
Is The Desperate Hours suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Desperate Hours?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Desperate Hours.
Does The Desperate Hours have a post-credit scene?▼
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