The Sleeping Tiger
Originally released in 1954. The Sleeping Tiger is a drama/thriller film. directed by Joseph Losey. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dirk Bogarde, Alexis Smith, and Alexander Knox
Synopsis
A petty thief breaks into the home of a psychiatrist and gets caught in a web of a doctor who wishes to experiment on him and a doctor's wife who wishes to seduce him.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 21, 1954
71 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (30 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Dirk Bogarde
as Frank Clemmons
Alexis Smith
as Glenda Esmond
Alexander Knox
as Dr. Clive Esmond
Hugh Griffith
as Inspector Simmons
Patricia McCarron
as Sally Foster, maid
Maxine Audley
as Carol
Glyn Houston
as Bailey
Harry Towb
as Harry, second criminal
Russell Waters
as Manager of Pearce & Mann
Billie Whitelaw
as Receptionist at Pearce & Mann
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Victor Hanbury Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sleeping Tiger about?
A petty thief breaks into the home of a psychiatrist and gets caught in a web of a doctor who wishes to experiment on him and a doctor's wife who wishes to seduce him.
Who directed The Sleeping Tiger?
The Sleeping Tiger was directed by Joseph Losey.
How long is The Sleeping Tiger?
The Sleeping Tiger has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was The Sleeping Tiger released?
The Sleeping Tiger was released on June 21, 1954 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sleeping Tiger?
The main cast of The Sleeping Tiger includes Dirk Bogarde, Alexis Smith, Alexander Knox, Hugh Griffith, Patricia McCarron.