Ace in the Hole movie poster

Ace in the Hole

"Rough, tough Chuck Tatum, who battered his way to the top... trampling everything in his path - men, women and morals !"

June 29, 1951 1h 51m 7.9/10 (718 votes)

Originally released in 1951. Ace in the Hole is a drama film. directed by Billy Wilder.

Starring Kirk Douglas, Jan Sterling, and Robert Arthur

Synopsis

An arrogant reporter exploits a story about a man trapped in a cave to revitalize his career.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 29, 1951 74 years ago
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Runtime 1h 51m 111 minutes total
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User Rating 7.9/10 Great (718 votes)
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Budget $1.8M Production budget
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Box Office $1.3M 0.7x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$1,821,052
Revenue
$1,300,000

Production Companies

  • Paramount Pictures

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ace in the Hole about?

An arrogant reporter exploits a story about a man trapped in a cave to revitalize his career.

Who directed Ace in the Hole?

Ace in the Hole was directed by Billy Wilder.

How long is Ace in the Hole?

Ace in the Hole has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).

When was Ace in the Hole released?

Ace in the Hole was released on June 29, 1951 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Ace in the Hole?

The main cast of Ace in the Hole includes Kirk Douglas, Jan Sterling, Robert Arthur, Porter Hall, Frank Cady.

Is Ace in the Hole worth watching?

Ace in the Hole has a user rating of 7.9/10 based on 718 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.