The Big Clock
"The Strangest and Most Savage Manhunt in History!"
Originally released in 1948. The Big Clock is a crime/thriller film. directed by John Farrow.
Starring Ray Milland, Charles Laughton, and Maureen O'Sullivan
Synopsis
George Stroud, a crime magazine's crusading editor, has to postpone a vacation with his wife - again - when a glamorous blonde is murdered and he is assigned by his publishing boss to find the killer. As the investigation proceeds to its conclusion, Stroud must try to disrupt his ordinarily brilliant investigative team as they increasingly build evidence that he is the killer.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 18, 1948
77 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (175 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ray Milland
as George Stroud
Charles Laughton
as Earl Janoth
Maureen O'Sullivan
as Georgette Stroud
George Macready
as Steve Hagen
Rita Johnson
as Pauline York
Elsa Lanchester
as Louise Patterson
Harold Vermilyea
as Don Klausmeyer
Dan Tobin
as Roy Cordette
Harry Morgan
as Bill Womack
Richard Webb
as Nat Sperling
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Big Clock about?
George Stroud, a crime magazine's crusading editor, has to postpone a vacation with his wife - again - when a glamorous blonde is murdered and he is assigned by his publishing boss to find the kill...
Who directed The Big Clock?
The Big Clock was directed by John Farrow.
How long is The Big Clock?
The Big Clock has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was The Big Clock released?
The Big Clock was released on March 18, 1948 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Big Clock?
The main cast of The Big Clock includes Ray Milland, Charles Laughton, Maureen O'Sullivan, George Macready, Rita Johnson.
Is The Big Clock worth watching?
The Big Clock has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 175 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.