The Desperate Hours

A reign of violence sweeps the screen.

⭐ 7.0 /10 175 votes

October 5, 1955 1h 52m Released

Crime Thriller

Storyline

Escaped convicts terrorize a suburban family they're holding hostage.

Key Information

                                        Director
                                        William Wyler
                                    

                                        Writers
                                        Joseph Hayes, Joseph Hayes
                                    

                                    Studio
                                    Paramount Pictures
                                

                                    Rating
                                    7.0/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Budget
                                    $2,300,000
                                

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Cast & Crew

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

Richard Eyer

Ralph Hilliard

Robert Middleton

Sam Kobish

Bert Freed

Tom Winston

Ray Collins

Sheriff Masters

Whit Bissell

FBI Agent Carson

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Desperate Hours released?

The Desperate Hours was released on October 5, 1955.

How long is The Desperate Hours?

The runtime of The Desperate Hours is 1h 52m.

What genre is The Desperate Hours?

The Desperate Hours is a Crime, Thriller movie.

What is the rating of The Desperate Hours?

The Desperate Hours has a rating of 7.0 out of 10 on TMDB.

Where can I watch The Desperate Hours?

The Desperate Hours is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Who directed The Desperate Hours?

The Desperate Hours was directed by William Wyler.

Who stars in The Desperate Hours?

The main cast of The Desperate Hours includes Humphrey Bogart, Fredric March, Arthur Kennedy.

What language is The Desperate Hours in?

The Desperate Hours is originally in English.