Movie

The Trap

★ 6.9(18)19591h 24m

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Good to know

Director: Norman Panama
Release date: 1959-01-28
Runtime: 1h 24m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Heath Productions

About The Trap

The Trap is a 1959 movie in the Crime and Thriller genres, directed by Norman Panama, starring Richard Widmark, Lee J. Cobb and Tina Louise. It has a runtime of 1 hour 24 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 18 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Trap in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Lawyer Ralph Anderson arrives in Tula, an amazingly remote town in the desert, as reluctant emissary of mob chief Victor Massonetti, who wants the airstrip clear for his unofficial exit from the country. Ralph's arrival has a profound effect on his estranged father, the sheriff; his brother Tip, an alcoholic deputy; and his ex-sweetheart Linda, now married to Tip. Tension builds as a small army of gangsters takes over the town. Then the situation abruptly changes...

Cast

Richard Widmark

Ralph Anderson

Lee J. Cobb

Victor Massonetti

Tina Louise

Linda Anderson

Earl Holliman

Tippy Anderson

Carl Benton Reid

Sheriff Lloyd Anderson

Lorne Greene

Davis

Peter Baldwin

Mellon

Chuck Wassil

First Fake Policeman

Richard Shannon

Len Karger

Carl Milletaire

Eddie

James Bell

Clint Edwards

Karl Lukas

Greenie (uncredited)

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Trap in Mexico?+

The Trap 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 Trap on Netflix?+

The Trap is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Trap?+

The Trap has a runtime of 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

Who stars in The Trap?+

The Trap stars Richard Widmark, Lee J. Cobb, Tina Louise, Earl Holliman and Carl Benton Reid.

When did The Trap come out?+

The Trap is a 1959 movie directed by Norman Panama.

What genre is The Trap?+

The Trap is Crime and Thriller film.

Who directed The Trap?+

The Trap was directed by Norman Panama.