The Desperate Hours
1955, English. Directed by William Wyler.
A reign of violence sweeps the screen.
Escaped convicts terrorize a suburban family they're holding hostage.
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- William WylerDirector
- Humphrey BogartGlenn Griffin
- Fredric MarchDaniel C. Hilliard
- Arthur KennedyDeputy Sheriff Jesse Bard
- Martha ScottEleanor 'Ellie' Hilliard
- Dewey MartinHal Griffin
- Gig YoungChuck Wright
- Mary MurphyCynthia 'Cindy' Hilliard
- Richard EyerRalph Hilliard
- Robert MiddletonSam Kobish
- Bert FreedTom Winston
- Ray CollinsSheriff Masters
- Whit BissellFBI Agent Carson
Details
- Released
- 5 October 1955
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Joseph Hayes
- Budget
- $2.3M
- Box office
- $2.5M
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What The Desperate Hours is based on
The Desperate Hours is based on The Desperate Hours by Joseph Hayes.
The Desperate Hours
By Joseph Hayes
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The Desperate Hours: quick answers
Is The Desperate Hours worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 193 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Desperate Hours?
The Desperate Hours runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Does The Desperate Hours have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Desperate Hours. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Desperate Hours parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Desperate Hours yet.
Which OTT platform is The Desperate Hours on?
The Desperate Hours isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Desperate Hours?
If you liked The Desperate Hours, try Panic Room, Mother's Day, Breaking In.
Who directed The Desperate Hours?
The Desperate Hours (1955) was directed by William Wyler and stars Humphrey Bogart, Fredric March, Arthur Kennedy.
What is The Desperate Hours based on?
The Desperate Hours is based on The Desperate Hours by Joseph Hayes.