Movie

Short Cut to Hell

★ 5.8(13)19571h 29m

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Good to know

Director: James Cagney
Release date: 1957-09-01
Runtime: 1h 29m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: A.C. Lyles Productions

About Short Cut to Hell

Short Cut to Hell is a 1957 movie in the Crime, Drama and Thriller genres, directed by James Cagney, starring William Bishop, Robert Ivers and Georgann Johnson. It has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.8/10 from 13 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Short Cut to Hell in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A hitman is found out because he was paid off in traceable stolen money. On the run, he kidnaps the girlfriend of the police detective in charge of his pursuit; she tries to convince him to surrender before it's too late.

Cast

William Bishop

Sgt. Stan Lowery

Robert Ivers

Kyle Niles

Georgann Johnson

Glory Hamilton

Yvette Vickers

Daisy

Murvyn Vye

Nichols

Jacques Aubuchon

Bahrwell

Peter Baldwin

Carl Adams

Richard Hale

Milton Frome

Police Captain

Douglas Spencer

Train Conductor

Sarah Selby

Secretary

James Cagney

Himself (prologue)

Themes & keywords

hitmanfilm noir

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Short Cut to Hell in Mexico?+

Short Cut to Hell is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Short Cut to Hell on Netflix?+

Short Cut to Hell is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Short Cut to Hell?+

Short Cut to Hell has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

Who stars in Short Cut to Hell?+

Short Cut to Hell stars William Bishop, Robert Ivers, Georgann Johnson, Yvette Vickers and Murvyn Vye.

When did Short Cut to Hell come out?+

Short Cut to Hell is a 1957 movie directed by James Cagney.

What genre is Short Cut to Hell?+

Short Cut to Hell is Crime, Drama and Thriller film.

Who directed Short Cut to Hell?+

Short Cut to Hell was directed by James Cagney.