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3 Steps to the Gallows

1953·Movie
1h 21min
IMDb6.4Rotten Tomatoes–40%

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3 Steps to the Gallows fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Nostalgic

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia7
  • Family Dynamics7
  • Pathos6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

History, crime, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout storytelling

  • Intrigue9
  • Narrative Structure8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

A U.S. sailor docks in London and in three days tries to save his brother from the gallows.
Film NoirLegal ThrillerRace Against TimeBrotherhoodLondon SettingClassic CrimeSuspensefulIntriguing MysteryPeriod Piece

Crew

Directed by:
John Gilling, Pamela Carlton
Written by:
John Gilling, Paul Erickson, Paul Erickson
Produced by:
Monty Berman, Robert S. Baker
Composed by:
Stanley Black

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream 3 Steps to the Gallows legally?

JustWatch TVPlexFawesomeTubi TV

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Is 3 Steps to the Gallows worth watching?

57
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is 3 Steps to the Gallows?

1 h 21 min

3 Steps to the Gallows runs 1 h 21 min.

What language is 3 Steps to the Gallows in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch 3 Steps to the Gallows?

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