The Wages of Fear
‘Dynamic’ ‘Tremendous’ ‘Shattering’
In a run-down South American town, four men are paid to drive trucks loaded with nitroglycerin into the jungle through to the oil field. Friendships are tested and rivalries develop as they embark upon the perilous journey.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Le Salaire de la peur
- Genres: Drama, Thriller, Adventure
- Release Date: 1953-04-22
- Runtime: 153 minutes
- Rating: 8.021/10 (1007 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Compagnie Industrielle et Commerciale Cinématographique, Véra Films, Fono Roma, Filmsonor
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.0831
- Languages: French, English, Spanish, Italian, German
Cast & Crew
Yves Montand
as Mario Livi
Charles Vanel
as Mr. Jo
Peter van Eyck
as Bimba
Folco Lulli
as Luigi
Véra Clouzot
as Linda
Antonio Centa
as Camp Chief
Jo Dest
as Hans Smerloff
Darío Moreno
as Pepito Hernandez
William Tubbs
as Bill O'Brien
Darling Légitimus
as Rosa
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Mark Kermode reviews The Wages of Fear (1953) | BFI Player
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Wages of Fear?▼
The Wages of Fear is a Drama, Thriller, Adventure movie directed by . It was released on 1953-04-22.
Who are the main actors in The Wages of Fear?▼
The main cast includes Yves Montand, Charles Vanel, Peter van Eyck, Folco Lulli, Véra Clouzot, .
Where can I watch The Wages of Fear online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Wages of Fear is available.
Is The Wages of Fear based on a true story?▼
‘Dynamic’ ‘Tremendous’ ‘Shattering’
What is the IMDb rating of The Wages of Fear?▼
The Wages of Fear has an IMDb rating of 8.021/10 based on 1007 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Wages of Fear?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Wages of Fear?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Compagnie Industrielle et Commerciale Cinématographique, Véra Films, Fono Roma, Filmsonor. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Wages of Fear filmed?▼
The Wages of Fear was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Wages of Fear?▼
The total runtime of The Wages of Fear is 153 minutes.
Is The Wages of Fear suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Wages of Fear?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Wages of Fear.
Does The Wages of Fear have a post-credit scene?▼
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