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Knock on Any Door

1949·Movie·NR·100 min·6.2(72)

It will shock you but it will hold you spellbound to the end!

An attorney defends a hoodlum of murder, using the oppressiveness of the slums to appeal to the court.

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About Knock on Any Door

Knock on Any Door is a 1949 English-language drama and crime film directed by Nicholas Ray. The cast is led by Humphrey Bogart, John Derek, George Macready. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 100 ratings.

Knock on Any Door was produced by Santana Pictures Corporation and Columbia Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on February 22, 1949, and carries a NR certification.

Director
Nicholas Ray
Writers
Daniel Taradash, John Monks Jr.
Release date
February 22, 1949
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$1 million
Production
Santana Pictures Corporation, Columbia Pictures

Knock on Any Door cast & crew

Knock on Any Door was directed by Nicholas Ray and written by Daniel Taradash and John Monks Jr..

The cast features Humphrey Bogart as Andrew Morton, John Derek as Nick Romano, George Macready as Dist. Atty. Kerman, Allene Roberts as Emma, Candy Toxton as Adele Morton, and Mickey Knox as Vito.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by George Antheil, cinematography is by Burnett Guffey, and it was produced by Robert Lord and Humphrey Bogart.

Is Knock on Any Door worth watching?

Knock on Any Door holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 72 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama and crime, Knock on Any Door is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Knock on Any Door

Humphrey Bogart

Humphrey Bogart

Andrew Morton

John Derek

John Derek

Nick Romano

George Macready

George Macready

Dist. Atty. Kerman

Allene Roberts

Allene Roberts

Emma

Candy Toxton

Candy Toxton

Adele Morton

Mickey Knox

Mickey Knox

Vito

Barry Kelley

Barry Kelley

Judge Drake

Florence Auer

Florence Auer

Aunt Lena (uncredited)

Vince Barnett

Vince Barnett

Carl Swanson - Bartender (uncredited)

Argentina Brunetti

Argentina Brunetti

Ma Romano (uncredited)

George Chandler

George Chandler

Cashier (uncredited)

Chester Conklin

Chester Conklin

Barber (uncredited)

Knock on Any Door — FAQs

Where can I watch Knock on Any Door in United States?

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What language is Knock on Any Door in?

Knock on Any Door is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Italian. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Knock on Any Door?

Knock on Any Door runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).

What is Knock on Any Door rated?

Knock on Any Door is rated NR. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 72 ratings.

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