Touch of Evil (1958)
Touch of Evil is a 1958 crime movie directed by Orson Welles, with a running time of 1h 51m. It stars Charlton Heston, Janet Leigh and Orson Welles.
A border-town bombing draws Mexican investigator Miguel Vargas into a corruption-ridden police investigation led by crooked captain Hank Quinlan, setting off a deadly struggle over power, justice, and truth.
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What is Touch of Evil about?
A border-town bombing draws Mexican investigator Miguel Vargas into a corruption-ridden police investigation led by crooked captain Hank Quinlan, setting off a deadly struggle over power, justice, and truth.
When was Touch of Evil released?
Touch of Evil was released on 30 March 1958.
How long is Touch of Evil?
Touch of Evil runs 1h 51m.
Who made Touch of Evil?
Touch of Evil was directed by Orson Welles.
Where can I watch Touch of Evil?
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Cast
- Charlton Heston as Ramon Miguel Vargas
- Janet Leigh as Susan 'Susie' Vargas
- Orson Welles as Police Captain Hank Quinlan
- Joseph Calleia as Police Sergeant Pete Menzies
- Akim Tamiroff as 'Uncle' Joe Grandi
- Joanna Moore as Marcia Linnekar
- Ray Collins as District Attorney Adair
- Dennis Weaver as Mirador Motel Night Manager
- Valentin de Vargas as Pancho
- Mort Mills as Al Schwartz - District Attorney's Assistant
- Victor Millan as Manelo Sanchez
- Lalo Rios as Risto - Grandi's Nephew
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