The Yellow Balloon
1953, English. Directed by J. Lee Thompson.
It takes you step by step ... fear by fear ... to the shattering heights of Suspense !
A young boy is blackmailed by a crook who saw him unwittingly cause his friend's death.
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 10 February 1953
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Anne Burnaby
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The Yellow Balloon: quick answers
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How long is The Yellow Balloon?
The Yellow Balloon runs 76 minutes (1h 16m).
Does The Yellow Balloon have a post-credits scene?
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The Yellow Balloon parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Yellow Balloon is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Yellow Balloon on?
The Yellow Balloon isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 10 February 1953. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Yellow Balloon?
If you liked The Yellow Balloon, try Each Dawn I Die, The Quiller Memorandum, Time Without Pity.
Who directed The Yellow Balloon?
The Yellow Balloon (1953) was directed by J. Lee Thompson and stars Andrew Ray, Kathleen Ryan, Kenneth More.