The Seventh Cross(1944)
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The Seventh Cross Synopsis
In Nazi Germany in 1936 seven men escape from a concentration camp. The camp commander puts up seven crosses and, as the Gestapo returns each escapee he is put to death on a cross. The seventh cross is still empty as George Heisler attempts an escape to freedom in Holland.
The Seventh Cross (1944) is a drama and war film directed by Fred Zinnemann, released on July 24, 1944 with a runtime of 1h 50m. It stars Spencer Tracy, Signe Hasso, Hume Cronyn and Jessica Tandy. Viewers rate it 6.8 out of 10 across 43 ratings.
- Director:
- Fred Zinnemann
- Writers:
- Anna Seghers, Helen Deutsch
- Producers:
- Pandro S. Berman
- Cinematographer:
- Karl Freund
- Composer:
- Roy Webb
- Production:
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Budget:
- $1,300,000
- Revenue:
- $3,600,000
- Status:
- Released
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The Seventh Cross (Original Theatrical Trailer)
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The Seventh Cross Cast & Crew
Main cast
Spencer Tracy
as George Heisler
Signe Hasso
as Toni
Hume Cronyn
as Paul Roeder
Jessica Tandy
as Liesel Roeder
Agnes Moorehead
as Madame Marelli
Herbert Rudley
as Franz Marnet
Felix Bressart
as Poldi Schlamm
Ray Collins
as Wallau
Alexander Granach
as Zillich
Katherine Locke
as Frau Hedy Sauer
George Macready
as Bruno Sauer
Paul Guilfoyle
as Fiedler
Key crew
Directed by Fred Zinnemann, written by Anna Seghers and Helen Deutsch, produced by Pandro S. Berman.
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The Seventh Cross Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.8/10 from 43 ratings.
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The Seventh Cross – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Seventh Cross online?
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The Seventh Cross (1944) 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 The Seventh Cross?
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The main cast of The Seventh Cross (1944) includes Spencer Tracy, Signe Hasso, Hume Cronyn, Jessica Tandy and Agnes Moorehead. The film was directed by Fred Zinnemann. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Seventh Cross released?
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The Seventh Cross was released on July 24, 1944 and runs for 1h 50m.
Is The Seventh Cross worth watching?
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The Seventh Cross (1944) holds an average rating of 6.8 out of 10 from 43 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and war films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for The Seventh Cross?
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