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The Frightened City

1961Movie1 h 37 min

CrimeDrama
53
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.2Rotten Tomatoes–33%
53
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.2Rotten Tomatoes–33%

Summary

A small time thief is recruited by a mobster to help with the racketeering. He doesn't like the job, but with the mob on his back, a femme fatale in his bed and a sick friend to care for, he will have to keep all his wits about him.

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  • Friends night
  • Adults
  • Partner watch

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Cast

24 of 29

Crew

Directed by
John Lemont
Written by
Leigh Vance, John Lemont
Produced by
Leigh Vance, John Lemont
Music by
Norrie Paramor

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Facts

September 1, 1961 · 1 h 37 min · Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language

Released
September 1, 1961
Runtime
1 h 37 min
Content
Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language
Genres
Crime, Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
33 countries

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Questions about The Frightened City

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Frightened City?

It streams in 25 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Frightened City worth watching?

53
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53 (IMDb 6.2).

Will I feel good after watching The Frightened City?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for bleakness and 6 for melancholy, against 2 for hopefulness.