Desperate(1947)
MURDER at any moment! SUSPENSE... in every step!!!
Desperate Synopsis
An innocent trucker takes it on the lam when he's accused of robbery.
Desperate (1947) is a thriller and crime film directed by Anthony Mann, released on June 20, 1947 with a runtime of 1h 13m. It stars Steve Brodie, Audrey Long, Raymond Burr and Douglas Fowley. Viewers rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 40 ratings.
- Director:
- Anthony Mann
- Writers:
- Harry Essex, Dorothy Atlas, Anthony Mann
- Producers:
- Michael Kraike
- Cinematographer:
- George E. Diskant
- Composer:
- Paul Sawtell
- Production:
- RKO Radio Pictures
- Status:
- Released
Desperate (1947) Trailer
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Desperate Cast & Crew
Main cast
Steve Brodie
as Steve Randall
Audrey Long
as Anne Randall
Raymond Burr
as Walt Radak
Douglas Fowley
as Pete
William Challee
as Reynolds
Jason Robards Sr.
as Ferrari
Freddie Steele
as Shorty
- Lee Frederick
Lee Frederick
as Joe
Paul E. Burns
as Uncle Jan
Ilka Grüning
as Aunt Klara
Ernie Adams
as Villager (uncredited)
Erville Alderson
as Simon Pringle (uncredited)
Key crew
Directed by Anthony Mann, written by Harry Essex, Dorothy Atlas and Anthony Mann, produced by Michael Kraike.
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Desperate Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.5/10 from 40 ratings.
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Desperate – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Desperate online?
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Desperate (1947) is currently available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Desperate?
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The main cast of Desperate (1947) includes Steve Brodie, Audrey Long, Raymond Burr, Douglas Fowley and William Challee. The film was directed by Anthony Mann. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Desperate released?
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Desperate was released on June 20, 1947 and runs for 1h 13m.
Is Desperate worth watching?
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Desperate (1947) holds an average rating of 6.5 out of 10 from 40 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy thriller and crime films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Desperate?
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Yes. The official Desperate trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.