Shield for Murder
1954, English. Directed by Howard W. Koch & Edmond O'Brien.
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A crooked police detective masterminds a robbery then fights to keep the stolen money.
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Shield for Murder is streaming on ScreenPix and ScreenPix Amazon Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Howard W. KochDirector
- Edmond O'BrienDirector
- Edmond O'BrienDet. Lt. Barney Nolan
- Marla EnglishPatty Winters
- John AgarDet. Sgt. Mark Brewster
- Emile MeyerCapt. Gunnarson
- Carolyn JonesBeth, Girl at Bar
- Claude AkinsFat Michaels
- Lawrence RyleLaddie O'Neil
- Herbert ButterfieldCabot, Reporter
- Hugh SandersPacky Reed
- William SchallertAsst. Dist. Atty. Andy Tucker
- Richard DeaconThe Professor (uncredited)
- John BeradinoGambler Being Booked (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 27 August 1954
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Richard Alan Simmons, John C. Higgins
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How long is Shield for Murder?
Shield for Murder runs 82 minutes (1h 22m).
Does Shield for Murder have a post-credits scene?
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Shield for Murder parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Shield for Murder on?
Shield for Murder is streaming on ScreenPix and ScreenPix Amazon Channel in India. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like Shield for Murder?
If you liked Shield for Murder, try The Big Combo, The Naked City, Havoc.
Who directed Shield for Murder?
Shield for Murder (1954) was directed by Howard W. Koch and Edmond O'Brien and stars Edmond O'Brien, Marla English, John Agar.