Panic in the Streets
"THE SCREEN'S GREATEST EXCITEMENT OF THE YEAR!"
Originally released in 1950. Panic in the Streets is a thriller/crime film. directed by Elia Kazan.
Starring Richard Widmark, Paul Douglas, and Barbara Bel Geddes
Synopsis
A medical examiner discovers that an innocent shooting victim in a robbery died of bubonic plague. With only 48 hours to find the killer, who is now a ticking time bomb threatening the entire city, a grisly manhunt through the seamy underworld of the New Orleans Waterfront is underway.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 27, 1950
75 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (158 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Richard Widmark
as Lt. Cmdr. Clinton 'Clint' Reed M.D.
Paul Douglas
as Capt. Tom Warren
Barbara Bel Geddes
as Nancy Reed
Jack Palance
as Blackie
Zero Mostel
as Raymond Fitch
Dan Riss
as Neff - Newspaper Reporter
Tommy Cook
as Vince Poldi - Younger Brother
Wilson Bourg Jr.
as Charlie - Sailor (uncredited)
Beverly C. Brown
as Dr. Mackey - Board of Health (uncredited)
Lewis Charles
as Kochak - Murder Victim (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panic in the Streets about?
A medical examiner discovers that an innocent shooting victim in a robbery died of bubonic plague. With only 48 hours to find the killer, who is now a ticking time bomb threatening the entire city,...
Who directed Panic in the Streets?
Panic in the Streets was directed by Elia Kazan.
How long is Panic in the Streets?
Panic in the Streets has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Panic in the Streets released?
Panic in the Streets was released on July 27, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Panic in the Streets?
The main cast of Panic in the Streets includes Richard Widmark, Paul Douglas, Barbara Bel Geddes, Jack Palance, Zero Mostel.
Is Panic in the Streets worth watching?
Panic in the Streets has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 158 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.