The Key (1958)
The Key is a 1958 drama movie directed by Carol Reed, with a running time of 2h 14m. It stars William Holden, Sophia Loren and Trevor Howard.
In wartime England, circa 1941, poorly-armed tugs are sent into "U-Boat Alley" to rescue damaged Allied ships. An American named David Ross arrives to captain one of these tugs. He's given a key by a fellow tugboat-man -- a key to an apartment and its pretty female resident. Should something happen to the friend, Ross can use the key.
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What is The Key about?
In wartime England, circa 1941, poorly-armed tugs are sent into "U-Boat Alley" to rescue damaged Allied ships. An American named David Ross arrives to captain one of these tugs. He's given a key by a fellow tugboat-man -- a key to an apartment and its pretty female resident. Should something happen to the friend, Ross can use the key.
When was The Key released?
The Key was released on 28 May 1958.
How long is The Key?
The Key runs 2h 14m.
Who made The Key?
The Key was directed by Carol Reed.
Where can I watch The Key?
The Key is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch The Key
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Cast
- William Holden as Capt. David Ross
- Sophia Loren as Stella
- Trevor Howard as Capt. Chris Ford
- Bernard Lee as Cmdr. Wadlow
- Oskar Homolka as Van Dam
- Kieron Moore as Kane
- Noel Purcell as Hotel Clerk
- Bryan Forbes as Weaver
- Beatrix Lehmann as Housekeeper
- Rupert Davies as Baker
- Russell Waters as Sparks
- Sidney Vivian as Grogan