Touch of Evil
1958, English. Directed by Orson Welles.
The strangest vengeance ever planned!
A border-town bombing draws Mexican investigator Miguel Vargas into a corruption-ridden police investigation led by crooked captain Hank Quinlan, setting off a deadly struggle over power, justice, and truth.
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Worth the Hype
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- Orson WellesDirector
- Charlton HestonMike Vargas
- Janet LeighSusan Vargas
- Orson WellesHank Quinlan
- Joseph CalleiaPete Menzies
- Akim TamiroffUncle Joe Grandi
- Joanna MooreMarcia Linnekar
- Ray CollinsDistrict Attorney Adair
- Dennis WeaverMirador Motel Night Manager
- Valentin de VargasPancho
- Mort MillsAl Schwartz
- Victor MillanManelo Sanchez
- Lalo RiosRisto
Details
- Released
- 30 March 1958
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Orson Welles
- Budget
- $829K
- Box office
- $2.2M
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What Touch of Evil is based on
Touch of Evil is based on Badge of Evil by Whit Masterson.
Badge of Evil
By Whit Masterson
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Touch of Evil: quick answers
Is Touch of Evil worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 1,684 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Touch of Evil?
Touch of Evil runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does Touch of Evil have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Touch of Evil. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Touch of Evil parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Touch of Evil yet.
Which OTT platform is Touch of Evil on?
Touch of Evil isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Touch of Evil?
If you liked Touch of Evil, try Extreme Prejudice, The Public Eye, Inside Man.
Who directed Touch of Evil?
Touch of Evil (1958) was directed by Orson Welles and stars Charlton Heston, Janet Leigh, Orson Welles.
What is Touch of Evil based on?
Touch of Evil is based on Badge of Evil by Whit Masterson.