Movie

Act of Violence

“The manhunt no woman could stop!”

★ 6.9(108)19491h 22m

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Good to know

Director: Fred Zinnemann
Release date: 1949-01-22
Runtime: 1h 22m
Language: English
Box office: $1,129,000
Budget: $1,290,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Act of Violence — trailer

About Act of Violence

Act of Violence is a 1949 movie in the Thriller and Drama genres, directed by Fred Zinnemann, starring Van Heflin, Robert Ryan and Janet Leigh. It has a runtime of 1 hour 22 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 108 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Act of Violence in Finland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A former prisoner of war, Frank Enley is hailed as a hero in his California town. However, Frank has a shameful secret that comes back to haunt him when fellow survivor Joe Parkson emerges, intent on making Frank pay for his past deeds.

Cast

Van Heflin

Frank R. Enley

Robert Ryan

Joe Parkson

Janet Leigh

Edith Enley

Mary Astor

Pat

Phyllis Thaxter

Ann

Berry Kroeger

Johnny

Taylor Holmes

Gavery

Harry Antrim

Fred

Connie Gilchrist

Martha

Will Wright

Pop

John Albright

Bellboy (uncredited)

Rudolph Anders

German (voice) (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

prostitutewar veteranprisoner of warhousewifestalkerrevengefilm noiron the runinformantpost warhidden truthfearful wifeman with limp

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Act of Violence in Finland?+

Act of Violence is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Finland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Act of Violence on Netflix?+

Act of Violence is not on Netflix in Finland right now.

How long is Act of Violence?+

Act of Violence has a runtime of 1 hour 22 minutes (82 minutes).

Who stars in Act of Violence?+

Act of Violence stars Van Heflin, Robert Ryan, Janet Leigh, Mary Astor and Phyllis Thaxter.

When did Act of Violence come out?+

Act of Violence is a 1949 movie directed by Fred Zinnemann.

What genre is Act of Violence?+

Act of Violence is Thriller and Drama film.

Who directed Act of Violence?+

Act of Violence was directed by Fred Zinnemann.