Crime Wave
“Before your shocked eyes -- the city blasted SIN-SIDE OUT!”
Reformed parolee Steve Lacey is caught in the middle when a wounded former cellmate seeks him out for shelter. The other two former cellmates then attempt to force him into doing a bank job.
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Where is Crime Wave streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, LaCinetek, Amazon Video |
About Crime Wave
Crime Wave is a 1953 English-language crime and thriller film directed by André de Toth. The cast is led by Sterling Hayden, Gene Nelson, Phyllis Kirk. It has a runtime of 1h 13m. Viewers rate it 7.1/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Crime Wave was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on October 22, 1953, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- André de Toth
- Writers
- Crane Wilbur, John Hawkins, Ward Hawkins
- Release date
- October 22, 1953
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Crime Wave cast & crew
Crime Wave was directed by André de Toth and written by Crane Wilbur, John Hawkins, and Ward Hawkins.
The cast features Sterling Hayden as Det. Lt. Sims, Gene Nelson as Steve Lacey, Phyllis Kirk as Ellen Lacey, Ted de Corsia as 'Doc' Penny, Charles Bronson as Ben Hastings, and Jay Novello as Dr. Otto Hessler.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by David Buttolph, cinematography is by Bert Glennon, and it was produced by Bryan Foy.
Is Crime Wave worth watching?
Crime Wave holds an audience score of 7.1/10 from 83 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed crime films.
At 1h 13m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy crime and thriller, Crime Wave is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Crime Wave
Crime Wave isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Crime Wave
Sterling Hayden
Det. Lt. Sims
Gene Nelson
Steve Lacey
Phyllis Kirk
Ellen Lacey
Ted de Corsia
'Doc' Penny
Charles Bronson
Ben Hastings
Jay Novello
Dr. Otto Hessler
Nedrick Young
Gat Morgan
James Bell
Daniel O'Keefe
Dub Taylor
Gus Snider
Gayle Kellogg
Detective Kelly
Mack Chandler
Sully
Iris Adrian
Hastings' Girlfriend (uncredited)
Crime Wave — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Crime Wave in United States?
Crime Wave is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Crime Wave in?
Crime Wave is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Crime Wave?
Crime Wave runs 1 hours 13 minutes (73 minutes).
▸What is Crime Wave rated?
Crime Wave is rated NR. It holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 83 ratings.
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