The Long Arm
1956, English. Directed by Charles Frend.
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Scotland Yard detectives attempt to solve a spate of safe robberies across England beginning with clues found at the latest burglary in London. The film is notable for using a police procedural style made popular by Ealing in their 1950 film The Blue Lamp. It is known in the US as The Third Key.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Charles FrendDirector
- Jack HawkinsSupt Tom Halliday
- John StrattonSergeant Ward
- Dorothy AlisonMary Halliday
- Michael BrookeTony Halliday
- Sam KyddPolice Constable in Information Room
- Glyn HoustonDetective Sergeant in 'Q' car
- Richard LeechNightwatchman / Gilson
- Newton BlickDeputy Commander
- Geoffrey KeenChief Superintendent Jim Malcolm
- Sydney TaflerStone
- Peter BurtonCreasey
- George RoseSlob
Details
- Released
- 1 June 1956
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Robert Barr, Janet Green
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The Long Arm runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
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The Long Arm is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Long Arm on?
The Long Arm isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Long Arm?
If you liked The Long Arm, try The Glass Key, Black Angel, Lady in the Lake.
Who directed The Long Arm?
The Long Arm (1956) was directed by Charles Frend and stars Jack Hawkins, John Stratton, Dorothy Alison.