
Crime Wave
“Before your shocked eyes -- the city blasted SIN-SIDE OUT!”
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Where to watch Crime Wave
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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 Mexico — 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
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Crime Wave in Mexico?+
Crime Wave is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.
Is Crime Wave on Netflix?+
Crime Wave is not on Netflix in Mexico 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.
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