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Sudden Fear (1952)

Movie ★ 7.3 112 min

Thriller Crime

Actor Lester Blaine has all but landed the lead in Myra Hudson's new play when Myra vetoes him because, to her, he doesn't look like a romantic leading man. On a train from New York to San Francisco, Blaine sets out to prove Myra wrong...by romancing her. Is he sincere, or does he have a dark ulterior motive?

David Miller Director

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Quick facts

Released
August 7, 1952
Runtime
112 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0045205
Language
Studio
Joseph Kaufman Productions

Themes

Cast

Joan Crawford Joan Crawford Myra Hudson Blaine Jack Palance Jack Palance Lester Blaine Gloria Grahame Gloria Grahame Irene Neves Bruce Bennett Bruce Bennett Steve Kearney Virginia Huston Virginia Huston Ann Taylor Mike Connors Mike Connors Junior Kearney Bess Flowers Bess Flowers Party Guest (uncredited) Harold Miller Harold Miller Reception Guest (uncredited) Bert Stevens Opera Patron (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sudden Fear about?
Actor Lester Blaine has all but landed the lead in Myra Hudson's new play when Myra vetoes him because, to her, he doesn't look like a romantic leading man. On a train from New York to San Francisco, Blaine sets out to prove Myra wrong...by romancing her. Is he sincere, or does he have a dark ulterior motive?
Who directed Sudden Fear?
Sudden Fear was directed by David Miller.
Who stars in Sudden Fear?
Sudden Fear stars Joan Crawford, Jack Palance, Gloria Grahame, Bruce Bennett.
When was Sudden Fear released?
Sudden Fear is a 1952 thriller, crime film.
Where can I watch Sudden Fear?
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