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Compulsion

Compulsion

THEIRS WAS THE PERFECT CRIME they thought! They were too sure...too smart...too careful to leave a clue -- but they did! and it exploded -- The shocking story of two teenagers out for kicks...looking for thrills...and finding them!

Two close friends' plan to execute a flawless crime is crushed when one of them inadvertently leaves his glasses at the crime scene.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Compulsion
  • Genres: Crime, Drama, History, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1959-04-01
  • Runtime: 103 minutes
  • Rating: 7.1/10 (148 votes)
  • Budget: $1,345,000
  • Revenue: $1,800,000
  • Production Companies: Darryl F. Zanuck Productions, 20th Century Fox
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.9659
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Dean Stockwell

Dean Stockwell

as Judd Steiner

Bradford Dillman

Bradford Dillman

as Arthur A. Straus

Orson Welles

Orson Welles

as Jonathan Wilk

E.G. Marshall

E.G. Marshall

as District Attorney Harold Horn

Diane Varsi

Diane Varsi

as Ruth Evans

Martin Milner

Martin Milner

as Sid Brooks

Richard Anderson

Richard Anderson

as Max Steiner

Robert F. Simon

Robert F. Simon

as Police Lt. Johnson

Robert Burton

Robert Burton

as Charles Straus

Wilton Graff

Wilton Graff

as Mr. Steiner

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Trailers & Clips

Compulsion

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Compulsion?

Compulsion is a Crime, Drama, History, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1959-04-01.

Who are the main actors in Compulsion?

The main cast includes Dean Stockwell, Bradford Dillman, Orson Welles, E.G. Marshall, Diane Varsi, .

Where can I watch Compulsion online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Compulsion is available.

Is Compulsion based on a true story?

THEIRS WAS THE PERFECT CRIME they thought! They were too sure...too smart...too careful to leave a clue -- but they did! and it exploded -- The shocking story of two teenagers out for kicks...looking for thrills...and finding them!

What is the IMDb rating of Compulsion?

Compulsion has an IMDb rating of 7.1/10 based on 148 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Compulsion?

The movie had a production budget of $1,345,000 and earned $1,800,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Compulsion?

The soundtrack was composed by Darryl F. Zanuck Productions, 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Compulsion filmed?

Compulsion was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Compulsion?

The total runtime of Compulsion is 103 minutes.

Is Compulsion suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Compulsion?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Compulsion.

Does Compulsion have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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