Movie

Slightly Scarlet

“Out of the shadows of a vice-ridden city comes James M. Cain's most explosive drama!”

★ 6.3(35)19561h 39m

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Good to know

Director: Allan Dwan
Release date: 1956-02-29
Runtime: 1h 39m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: RKO Radio Pictures

Slightly Scarlet — trailer

About Slightly Scarlet

Slightly Scarlet is a 1956 movie in the Crime, Drama and Thriller genres, directed by Allan Dwan, starring John Payne, Rhonda Fleming and Arlene Dahl. It has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 35 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Slightly Scarlet in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Kleptomaniac Dorothy Lyons is paroled from prison into the custody of her sister June, secretary to "reform" politician Frank Jansen. Ben Grace, associate of crime boss Sol "Solly" Caspar, sees this as a way to smear Jansen's campaign. Seductive Dorothy will do anything to get what she wants, which includes having a good time with Ben-- whom June is now in love with.

Cast

John Payne

John Grace

Rhonda Fleming

June Lyons

Arlene Dahl

Dorothy Lyons

Kent Taylor

Frank Jansen

Ted de Corsia

Solly Caspar

Lance Fuller

Gauss

Buddy Baer

Lenhardt

Ellen Corby

Martha - June Lyons' Maid (uncredited)

George E. Stone

Roos (uncredited)

Fred Aldrich

Murray Alper

Albert Cavens

Themes & keywords

red hairrelease from prisonkleptomaniafilm noirex-conpolitical corruptionparoleeflirtatious womanirresponsible sisterpolitical machinemayoral electionredheadsisters relationshipcorrupt governmentredheads

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Slightly Scarlet in Mexico?+

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

Is Slightly Scarlet on Netflix?+

Slightly Scarlet is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Slightly Scarlet?+

Slightly Scarlet has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

Who stars in Slightly Scarlet?+

Slightly Scarlet stars John Payne, Rhonda Fleming, Arlene Dahl, Kent Taylor and Ted de Corsia.

When did Slightly Scarlet come out?+

Slightly Scarlet is a 1956 movie directed by Allan Dwan.

What genre is Slightly Scarlet?+

Slightly Scarlet is Crime, Drama and Thriller film.

Who directed Slightly Scarlet?+

Slightly Scarlet was directed by Allan Dwan.