Act of Violence (1949)
Act of Violence is a 1949 thriller movie directed by Fred Zinnemann, with a running time of 1h 22m. It stars Van Heflin, Robert Ryan and Janet Leigh.
A former prisoner of war, Frank Enley is hailed as a hero in his California town. However, Frank has a shameful secret that comes back to haunt him when fellow survivor Joe Parkson emerges, intent on making Frank pay for his past deeds.
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What is Act of Violence about?
A former prisoner of war, Frank Enley is hailed as a hero in his California town. However, Frank has a shameful secret that comes back to haunt him when fellow survivor Joe Parkson emerges, intent on making Frank pay for his past deeds.
When was Act of Violence released?
Act of Violence was released on 22 January 1949.
How long is Act of Violence?
Act of Violence runs 1h 22m.
Who made Act of Violence?
Act of Violence was directed by Fred Zinnemann.
Where can I watch Act of Violence?
Act of Violence is available on HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, TCM and YouTube TV.
Where to watch Act of Violence
Stream: HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, TCM, YouTube TV
Cast
- Van Heflin as Frank R. Enley
- Robert Ryan as Joe Parkson
- Janet Leigh as Edith Enley
- Mary Astor as Pat
- Phyllis Thaxter as Ann
- Berry Kroeger as Johnny
- Taylor Holmes as Gavery
- Harry Antrim as Fred
- Connie Gilchrist as Martha
- Will Wright as Pop
- John Albright as Bellboy (uncredited)
- Rudolph Anders as German (voice) (uncredited)