Movie

The Wages of Fear

“‘Dynamic’ ‘Tremendous’ ‘Shattering’”

★ 8.0(1,110)19532h 34m

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Good to know

Director: Henri-Georges Clouzot
Release date: 1953-04-22
Runtime: 2h 34m
Language: French
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: Compagnie Industrielle et Commerciale Cinématographique

The Wages of Fear — trailer

About The Wages of Fear

The Wages of Fear is a 1953 movie in the Drama, Thriller and Adventure genres, directed by Henri-Georges Clouzot, starring Yves Montand, Charles Vanel and Peter van Eyck. It has a runtime of 2 hours 34 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 1,110 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Wages of Fear in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In a run-down South American town, four men are paid to drive trucks loaded with nitroglycerin into the jungle through to the oil field. Friendships are tested and rivalries develop as they embark upon the perilous journey.

Cast

Yves Montand

Mario Livi

Charles Vanel

Mr. Jo

Peter van Eyck

Bimba

Folco Lulli

Luigi

Véra Clouzot

Linda

Antonio Centa

Camp Chief

Jo Dest

Hans Smerloff

Darío Moreno

Pepito Hernandez

William Tubbs

Bill O'Brien

Darling Légitimus

Rosa

Luis De Lima

Bernardo

Grégoire Gromoff

Themes & keywords

petrolfirelife and deathbased on novel or bookunsociabilitycentral and south americacapitalismvenezuelatankerdynamitemale friendshipnitroglycerintruckoilfear

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Wages of Fear in Mexico?+

The Wages of Fear 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 Wages of Fear on Netflix?+

The Wages of Fear is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Wages of Fear?+

The Wages of Fear has a runtime of 2 hours 34 minutes (154 minutes).

Who stars in The Wages of Fear?+

The Wages of Fear stars Yves Montand, Charles Vanel, Peter van Eyck, Folco Lulli and Véra Clouzot.

When did The Wages of Fear come out?+

The Wages of Fear is a 1953 movie directed by Henri-Georges Clouzot.

What genre is The Wages of Fear?+

The Wages of Fear is Drama, Thriller and Adventure film.

Who directed The Wages of Fear?+

The Wages of Fear was directed by Henri-Georges Clouzot.