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Time Limit

1957Movie1 h 37 minNR

DramaMystery
64
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.3Metacritic76–Rotten Tomatoes–66%

A tense, intriguing drama movie about crime and politics, with standout performances.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

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Story

This is the face of war you've never seen before!

Military investigator Colonel Edwards is assigned a case involving Major Cargill, a Korean War POW who is accused of treason. Although Cargill admits his guilt and Edwards' superiors are impatiently pushing Edwards to move the case to court martial, Edwards becomes convinced of Cargill's innocence.

Feels like

  • Cold War Military Drama
  • Courtroom Procedural
  • Ethical Dilemma
  • Psychological Torture Aftermath
  • Strong Moral Conviction
  • Historical Realism
  • Dialogue-Driven Tension
  • Anti-War Sentiment
  • Investigative Thriller

Cast

13 of 13

Crew

Directed by
Karl Malden
Written by
Henry Denker
Produced by
Richard Widmark, William Reynolds
Music by
Fred Steiner

Everyone

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Facts

October 23, 1957 · 1 h 37 min · NR

Released
October 23, 1957
Runtime
1 h 37 min
Age rating
NR
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, Mystery, War
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
32 countries

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Questions about Time Limit

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Is Time Limit worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64 (IMDb 7.3 and Metacritic 76).

Is Time Limit okay for kids?

NRViolenceDisturbing imagery

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States for violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.