The Sleeping City
1950, English. Directed by George Sherman.
DANGER STALKS THE SILENT STREETS IN...THE SLEEPING CITY
A young doctor taking a break from work is shot in the head, and the police can't find a clue even as to a possible motive. Inspector Al Gordon (John Alexander) decides that he has to put some men on duty at the hospital, and one of them is Fred Rowan (Richard Conte), a detective with experience as an army medic, masquerading as an intern. What Rowan finds is a high-pressure world in which interns are hopelessly squeezed for time, sleep, energy, and -- most of all -- money, and walk a fine line on the edge of personal and professional disaster.
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- George ShermanDirector
- Richard ConteFred Rowan
- Coleen GrayAnn Sebastian
- Richard Taber'Pop' Ware
- John AlexanderInsp. Gordon
- Peggy DowKathy Hall
- Alex NicolDr. Steve Anderson
- Carroll AshburnFamous Surgeon (uncredited)
- Frank BaxterInterne (uncredited)
- Dort ClarkInterne (uncredited)
- Mickey CochranPolice Det. Diamond (uncredited)
- Russell CollinsMedical Examiner (uncredited)
- James DalyInterne (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 20 September 1950
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jo Eisinger
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The Sleeping City runs 86 minutes (1h 26m).
Does The Sleeping City have a post-credits scene?
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The Sleeping City parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Sleeping City is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Sleeping City on?
The Sleeping City isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Sleeping City?
If you liked The Sleeping City, try The Interview, The Naked City, Dead Over Heels: An Aurora Teagarden Mystery.
Who directed The Sleeping City?
The Sleeping City (1950) was directed by George Sherman and stars Richard Conte, Coleen Gray, Richard Taber.