Movie

The Key

“He had the life expectancy of a match.”

★ 6.1(32)19582h 14m

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Good to know

Director: Carol Reed
Release date: 1958-05-28
Runtime: 2h 14m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Highroad

About The Key

The Key is a 1958 movie in the Drama, Romance and War genres, directed by Carol Reed, starring William Holden, Sophia Loren and Trevor Howard. It has a runtime of 2 hours 14 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.1/10 from 32 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Key in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In wartime England, circa 1941, poorly-armed tugs are sent into "U-Boat Alley" to rescue damaged Allied ships. An American named David Ross arrives to captain one of these tugs. He's given a key by a fellow tugboat-man -- a key to an apartment and its pretty female resident. Should something happen to the friend, Ross can use the key.

Cast

William Holden

Capt. David Ross

Sophia Loren

Stella

Trevor Howard

Capt. Chris Ford

Bernard Lee

Cmdr. Wadlow

Oskar Homolka

Van Dam

Kieron Moore

Kane

Noel Purcell

Hotel Clerk

Bryan Forbes

Weaver

Beatrix Lehmann

Housekeeper

Rupert Davies

Baker

Russell Waters

Sparks

Sidney Vivian

Grogan

Themes & keywords

world war iitugboat

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Key in Mexico?+

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

Is The Key on Netflix?+

The Key is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Key?+

The Key has a runtime of 2 hours 14 minutes (134 minutes).

Who stars in The Key?+

The Key stars William Holden, Sophia Loren, Trevor Howard, Bernard Lee and Oskar Homolka.

When did The Key come out?+

The Key is a 1958 movie directed by Carol Reed.

What genre is The Key?+

The Key is Drama, Romance and War film.

Who directed The Key?+

The Key was directed by Carol Reed.