Fear
1946, English. Directed by Alfred Zeisler.
B-movie film noir take on Crime and Punishment. A college student gets deeper and deeper in trouble when he takes a loan from a shady college professor.
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Alfred ZeislerDirector
- Peter CooksonLarry Crain
- Warren WilliamPolice Capt. Burke
- Anne GwynneEileen Stevens
- Francis PierlotProf. Stanley
- Nestor PaivaDetective Shaefer
- James CardwellBen - a Student
- Almira SessionsMrs. Williams - Landlady
- William MossAl
- Harry ClayStudent
- Ernie AdamsHouse Painter
- Charles CalvertDoc
- Fairfax BurgerMagician
Details
- Released
- 2 March 1946
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Alfred Zeisler, Dennis J. Cooper
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What Fear is based on
Fear is based on Crime and Punishment (1866) by Fyodor Dostoyevsky.
1866
Crime and Punishment
By Fyodor Dostoyevsky
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Fear: quick answers
Is Fear worth watching?
Fear doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Fear?
Fear runs 68 minutes (1h 8m).
Does Fear have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Fear. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Fear parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Fear is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Fear on?
Fear isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Fear?
If you liked Fear, try The Mask of Dimitrios, The Lady from Shanghai, Riddled with Deceit: A Martha's Vineyard Mystery.
Who directed Fear?
Fear (1946) was directed by Alfred Zeisler and stars Peter Cookson, Warren William, Anne Gwynne.
What is Fear based on?
Fear is based on Crime and Punishment (1866) by Fyodor Dostoyevsky.