Short Cut to Hell
Originally released in 1957. Short Cut to Hell is a crime/drama film. directed by James Cagney. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring William Bishop, Robert Ivers, and Georgann Johnson
Synopsis
A hitman is found out because he was paid off in traceable stolen money. On the run, he kidnaps the girlfriend of the police detective in charge of his pursuit; she tries to convince him to surrender before it's too late.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 1, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (12 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- A.C. Lyles Productions
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Short Cut to Hell about?
A hitman is found out because he was paid off in traceable stolen money. On the run, he kidnaps the girlfriend of the police detective in charge of his pursuit; she tries to convince him to surren...
Who directed Short Cut to Hell?
Short Cut to Hell was directed by James Cagney.
How long is Short Cut to Hell?
Short Cut to Hell has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was Short Cut to Hell released?
Short Cut to Hell was released on September 1, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Short Cut to Hell?
The main cast of Short Cut to Hell includes William Bishop, Robert Ivers, Georgann Johnson, Yvette Vickers, Murvyn Vye.