The Breaking Point
1950, English. Directed by Michael Curtiz.
A guy who had nothing to sell but guts!
A fisherman with money problems hires out his boat to transport criminals.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Worth the Hype
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7.1/10 from 95 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Breaking Point
The Breaking Point isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Details
- Released
- 6 October 1950
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ranald MacDougall
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What The Breaking Point is based on
The Breaking Point is based on To Have and Have Not, a 1937 novel by Ernest Hemingway, published by Charles Scribner's Sons.
Novel · 1937
To Have and Have Not
By Ernest Hemingway
Published by Charles Scribner's Sons
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The Breaking Point: quick answers
Is The Breaking Point worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 95 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Breaking Point?
The Breaking Point runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does The Breaking Point have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Breaking Point. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Breaking Point parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Breaking Point is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Breaking Point on?
The Breaking Point isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Breaking Point?
If you liked The Breaking Point, try Stillwater, The Outsiders, The Night of the Hunter.
Who directed The Breaking Point?
The Breaking Point (1950) was directed by Michael Curtiz and stars John Garfield, Patricia Neal, Phyllis Thaxter.
What is The Breaking Point based on?
The Breaking Point is based on To Have and Have Not, a 1937 novel by Ernest Hemingway, published by Charles Scribner's Sons.