The Night of the Hunter
It’s a hard world for little things.
In Depression-era West Virginia, a serial-killing preacher hunts two young children who know the whereabouts of a stash of money.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Night of the Hunter
- Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller
- Release Date: 1955-07-27
- Runtime: 93 minutes
- Rating: 7.9/10 (1699 votes)
- Budget: $795,000
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Paul Gregory Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 5.023
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Robert Mitchum
as Preacher Harry Powell
Billy Chapin
as John Harper
Sally Jane Bruce
as Pearl Harper
Shelley Winters
as Willa Harper
Lillian Gish
as Rachel Cooper
James Gleason
as Uncle Birdie Steptoe
Evelyn Varden
as Icey Spoon
Don Beddoe
as Walt Spoon
Peter Graves
as Ben Harper
James Griffith
as District Attorney
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Night of the Hunter?▼
The Night of the Hunter is a Crime, Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1955-07-27.
Who are the main actors in The Night of the Hunter?▼
The main cast includes Robert Mitchum, Billy Chapin, Sally Jane Bruce, Shelley Winters, Lillian Gish, .
Where can I watch The Night of the Hunter online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Night of the Hunter is available.
Is The Night of the Hunter based on a true story?▼
It’s a hard world for little things.
What is the IMDb rating of The Night of the Hunter?▼
The Night of the Hunter has an IMDb rating of 7.9/10 based on 1699 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Night of the Hunter?▼
The movie had a production budget of $795,000 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Night of the Hunter?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Paul Gregory Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Night of the Hunter filmed?▼
The Night of the Hunter was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Night of the Hunter?▼
The total runtime of The Night of the Hunter is 93 minutes.
Is The Night of the Hunter suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Night of the Hunter?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Night of the Hunter.
Does The Night of the Hunter have a post-credit scene?▼
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