City of Fear
1959, English. Directed by Irving Lerner.
A million eyes wide and wild with terror!
An escaped convict gets a hold of some radioactive material after his escape. Authorities desperately try to find the man that unknowingly is threating the lives of everyone in the city.
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Irving LernerDirector
- Vince EdwardsVince Ryker
- Lyle TalbotChief Jensen
- John ArcherLt. Mark Richards
- Steven RitchDr. John Wallace
- Patricia BlairJune Marlowe
- Kelly ThordsenDetective Sgt. Hank Johnson
- Joseph MellEddie Crown
- Sherwood PricePete Hallon
- Kathie BrowneJeanne
- Larry J. BlakeCast
- Jean HarveyCast
- Kenner G. KempCast
Details
- Released
- 1 February 1959
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Dillon, Steven Ritch
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City of Fear: quick answers
Is City of Fear worth watching?
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How long is City of Fear?
City of Fear runs 81 minutes (1h 21m).
Does City of Fear have a post-credits scene?
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City of Fear parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
City of Fear is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is City of Fear on?
City of Fear isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 February 1959. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like City of Fear?
If you liked City of Fear, try Dark Passage, Figures in a Landscape, The Lineup.
Who directed City of Fear?
City of Fear (1959) was directed by Irving Lerner and stars Vince Edwards, Lyle Talbot, John Archer.