World for Ransom
1954, English. Directed by Robert Aldrich.
He was lured kiss-by-kiss into an incredible plot to destroy the world!
In Singapore, a private detective and the British authorities are on the trail of a crime syndicate that kidnaps a nuclear physicist with the aim of selling him to the highest bidder.
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Robert AldrichDirector
- Dan DuryeaMike Callahan / Corrigan
- Gene LockhartAlexis Pederas
- Patric KnowlesJulian March
- Reginald DennyMajor Ian Bone
- Nigel BruceGovernor Sir Charles Coutts
- Marian CarrFrennessey March
- Arthur ShieldsSean O'Connor
- Douglass DumbrilleInsp. McCollum
- Carmen D'AntonioDancer
- Keye LukeWong
- Clarence LungJohnny Chan
- Lou NovaGuzik
Details
- Released
- 31 January 1954
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Lindsay Hardy, Hugo Butler
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How long is World for Ransom?
World for Ransom runs 82 minutes (1h 22m).
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World for Ransom parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
World for Ransom is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is World for Ransom on?
World for Ransom isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 31 January 1954. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like World for Ransom?
If you liked World for Ransom, try On Fire, Kidnapping Mr. Heineken, Cave Rescue.
Who directed World for Ransom?
World for Ransom (1954) was directed by Robert Aldrich and stars Dan Duryea, Gene Lockhart, Patric Knowles.