Movie

Crime Wave

“Before your shocked eyes -- the city blasted SIN-SIDE OUT!”

★ 7.1(83)19531h 13m

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Good to know

Director: André de Toth
Release date: 1953-10-22
Runtime: 1h 13m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures

Crime Wave — trailer

About Crime Wave

Crime Wave is a 1953 movie in the Crime and Thriller genres, directed by André de Toth, starring Sterling Hayden, Gene Nelson and Phyllis Kirk. It has a runtime of 1 hour 13 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 83 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Crime Wave in United Arab Emirates — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Reformed parolee Steve Lacey is caught in the middle when a wounded former cellmate seeks him out for shelter. The other two former cellmates then attempt to force him into doing a bank job.

Cast

Sterling Hayden

Det. Lt. Sims

Gene Nelson

Steve Lacey

Phyllis Kirk

Ellen Lacey

Ted de Corsia

'Doc' Penny

Charles Bronson

Ben Hastings

Jay Novello

Dr. Otto Hessler

Nedrick Young

Gat Morgan

James Bell

Daniel O'Keefe

Dub Taylor

Gus Snider

Gayle Kellogg

Detective Kelly

Mack Chandler

Sully

Iris Adrian

Hastings' Girlfriend (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

cop-killerfilm noirman hunthome invasionex-conone last jobcriminal gangcrime spreeparoleebank heistex-cell mategun death

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Crime Wave in United Arab Emirates?+

Crime Wave is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United Arab Emirates. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Crime Wave on Netflix?+

Crime Wave is not on Netflix in United Arab Emirates right now.

How long is Crime Wave?+

Crime Wave has a runtime of 1 hour 13 minutes (73 minutes).

Who stars in Crime Wave?+

Crime Wave stars Sterling Hayden, Gene Nelson, Phyllis Kirk, Ted de Corsia and Charles Bronson.

When did Crime Wave come out?+

Crime Wave is a 1953 movie directed by André de Toth.

What genre is Crime Wave?+

Crime Wave is Crime and Thriller film.

Who directed Crime Wave?+

Crime Wave was directed by André de Toth.