Ministry of Fear
“Thrilling drama of the Invisible Network of Terror!”
Stephen Neale is released into WWII England after two years in an asylum, but it doesn't seem so sane outside either. On his way back to London to rejoin civilization, he stumbles across a murderous spy ring and doesn't quite know to whom to turn.
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Where is Ministry of Fear streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Filmin, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | — |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video |
About Ministry of Fear
Ministry of Fear is a 1944 English-language crime, mystery and thriller film directed by Fritz Lang. The cast is led by Ray Milland, Marjorie Reynolds, Carl Esmond. It has a runtime of 1h 26m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Ministry of Fear was produced by Paramount Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on May 19, 1944, and carries a PG certification.
- Director
- Fritz Lang
- Writers
- Seton I. Miller
- Release date
- May 19, 1944
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Paramount Pictures
Ministry of Fear cast & crew
Ministry of Fear was directed by Fritz Lang and written by Seton I. Miller.
The cast features Ray Milland as Stephen Neale, Marjorie Reynolds as Carla Hilfe, Carl Esmond as Willi Hilfe, Hillary Brooke as Mrs. Bellane #2, Percy Waram as Inspector Prentice, and Dan Duryea as Cost/Travers the Tailor.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Victor Young, cinematography is by Henry Sharp, and it was produced by Buddy G. DeSylva.
Is Ministry of Fear worth watching?
Ministry of Fear holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 200 ratings, a solidly received crime films.
At 1h 26m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy crime, mystery, and thriller, Ministry of Fear is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Ministry of Fear
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Cast of Ministry of Fear
Ray Milland
Stephen Neale
Marjorie Reynolds
Carla Hilfe
Carl Esmond
Willi Hilfe
Hillary Brooke
Mrs. Bellane #2
Percy Waram
Inspector Prentice
Dan Duryea
Cost/Travers the Tailor
Alan Napier
Dr. JM Forrester
Erskine Sanford
George Rennit
Harry Allen
Tailor's Delivery Man (uncredited)
Frank Baker
Scotland Yard Man (uncredited)
Vangie Beilby
Old Lady at Charity Bazaar (uncredited)
Wilson Benge
Air Raid Warden (uncredited)
Ministry of Fear — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Ministry of Fear in United States?
Ministry of Fear 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 Ministry of Fear in?
Ministry of Fear is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Ministry of Fear?
Ministry of Fear runs 1 hours 26 minutes (86 minutes).
▸What is Ministry of Fear rated?
Ministry of Fear is rated PG. It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 200 ratings.
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