The Desperate Hours
A reign of violence sweeps the screen.
19551h 52m7.0(186 votes)
CrimeThriller
Synopsis
Escaped convicts terrorize a suburban family they're holding hostage.
The Desperate Hours (1955) is a crime and thriller film directed by William Wyler. It stars Humphrey Bogart, Fredric March, and Arthur Kennedy. The film runs for 1 hour 52 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.0 out of 10 from 186 votes.
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Director
Cast
Humphrey Bogart
Glenn Griffin
Fredric March
Daniel C. Hilliard
Arthur Kennedy
Deputy Sheriff Jesse Bard
Martha Scott
Eleanor 'Ellie' Hilliard
Dewey Martin
Hal Griffin
Gig Young
Chuck Wright
Mary Murphy
Cynthia 'Cindy' Hilliard
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Where can I watch The Desperate Hours?
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Who stars in The Desperate Hours?
The Desperate Hours stars Humphrey Bogart, Fredric March, Arthur Kennedy, and Martha Scott, and was directed by William Wyler.
How long is The Desperate Hours?
The Desperate Hours has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes.
When did The Desperate Hours come out?
The Desperate Hours was released in 1955.
What genre is The Desperate Hours?
The Desperate Hours is a crime and thriller film.
Is The Desperate Hours worth watching?
The Desperate Hours holds an average audience score of 7.0 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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