Tight Spot
1955, English. Directed by Phil Karlson.
SHE: "Is that blood?" HE: "I took two bullets through the chest, ma'am. Just routine."
A former model, serving time in prison, becomes a key witness in a trial against a notorious gangster. She is put under protective watch by the District Attorney in a posh hotel, but the crime kingpin makes attempts to get to her.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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YouTubeCast & crew
- Phil KarlsonDirector
- Ginger RogersSherry Conley
- Edward G. RobinsonLloyd Hallett
- Brian KeithVince Striker
- Lucy MarlowPrison Girl
- Lorne GreeneBenjamin Costain
- Katherine AndersonMrs. Willoughby
- Allen NourseMarvin Rickles
- Peter LeedsFred Packer
- Doye O'DellMississippi Mac
- Eve McVeaghClara Moran
- Helen WallaceWarden (uncredited)
- Gloria Ann SimpsonMiss Masters (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 19 March 1955
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- William Bowers
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Tight Spot runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
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What movies are like Tight Spot?
If you liked Tight Spot, try The File on Thelma Jordon, Killer's Kiss, Brute Force.
Who directed Tight Spot?
Tight Spot (1955) was directed by Phil Karlson and stars Ginger Rogers, Edward G. Robinson, Brian Keith.