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Force of Evil

1950·Movie·NR·79 min·★ 6.7(149)

“Sensational Story Of a Numbers King Whose Number Was Up!”

Lawyer Joe Morse wants to consolidate all the small-time numbers racket operators into one big powerful operation. But his elder brother Leo is one of these small-time operators who wants to stay that way, preferring not to deal with the gangsters who dominate the big-time.

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Where is Force of Evil streaming around the world?

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United StatesYouTube TV, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home FreeFandango At Home
United Kingdom—Amazon Video
France—Sooner, LaCinetek
SpainMovistar Plus+ Ficción Total , FlixOlé, FlixOlé Amazon ChannelAmazon Video
BrazilLooke, Looke Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video
JapanAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Video, FOD

About Force of Evil

Force of Evil is a 1950 English-language crime and drama film directed by Abraham Polonsky. The cast is led by John Garfield, Thomas Gomez, Marie Windsor. It has a runtime of 1h 19m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 100 ratings.

Force of Evil was produced by Roberts Pictures Inc. and Enterprise Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on August 24, 1950, and carries a NR certification. At the box office it grossed around $1 million worldwide.

Director
Abraham Polonsky
Writers
Abraham Polonsky, Ira Wolfert
Release date
August 24, 1950
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Box office
$1 million
Production
Roberts Pictures Inc., Enterprise Productions
#new york city#gangster#film noir#lawyer#numbers racket#brother brother relationship

Force of Evil cast & crew

Force of Evil was directed by Abraham Polonsky and written by Abraham Polonsky and Ira Wolfert.

The cast features John Garfield as Joe Morse, Thomas Gomez as Leo Morse, Marie Windsor as Edna Tucker, Howland Chamberlain as Freddie Bauer, Roy Roberts as Ben Tucker, and Paul Fix as Bill Ficco.

Behind the camera, cinematography is by George Barnes and it was produced by Bob Roberts.

Is Force of Evil worth watching?

Force of Evil holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 149 ratings, a solidly received crime films.

At 1h 19m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy crime and drama, Force of Evil is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Force of Evil

John Garfield

John Garfield

Joe Morse

Thomas Gomez

Thomas Gomez

Leo Morse

Marie Windsor

Marie Windsor

Edna Tucker

Howland Chamberlain

Howland Chamberlain

Freddie Bauer

Roy Roberts

Roy Roberts

Ben Tucker

Paul Fix

Paul Fix

Bill Ficco

Stanley Prager

Stanley Prager

Wally

Barry Kelley

Barry Kelley

Detective Egan

Paul McVey

Paul McVey

Hobe Wheelock

Beatrice Pearson

Beatrice Pearson

Doris Lowry

Arthur O'Connell

Arthur O'Connell

Link Hall (uncredited)

Georgia Backus

Georgia Backus

Sylvia Morse (uncredited)

Force of Evil — FAQs

▸Where can I watch Force of Evil in India?

Force of Evil is not currently available on major streaming services in India. Availability changes often — check back soon.

▸Where can I watch Force of Evil in the US?

In the US, Force of Evil is streaming on YouTube TV, The Roku Channel, and Fandango at Home Free, and available to rent or buy on Fandango At Home.

▸Where can I watch Force of Evil in the UK?

Force of Evil isn't on subscription streaming in the UK, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

▸What language is Force of Evil in?

Force of Evil is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is Force of Evil?

Force of Evil runs 1 hours 19 minutes (79 minutes).

▸What is Force of Evil rated?

Force of Evil is rated NR. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 149 ratings.

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