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D.O.A.

"A Picture As Excitingly Different As Its Title!"

December 23, 1949 1h 23m 6.9/10 (186 votes)

Originally released in 1949. D.O.A. is a mystery/thriller film. directed by Rudolph Maté. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Edmond O'Brien, Pamela Britton, and Luther Adler

Synopsis

Frank Bigelow is about to die, and he knows it. The accountant has been poisoned and has only 24 hours before the lethal concoction kills him. Determined to find out who his murderer is, Frank, with the help of his assistant and girlfriend, Paula, begins to trace back over his last steps. As he frantically tries to unravel the mystery behind his own impending demise, his sleuthing leads him to a group of crooked businessmen and another murder.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 23, 1949 76 years ago
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Runtime 1h 23m 83 minutes total
User Rating 6.9/10 Good (186 votes)
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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

Production Companies

  • Cardinal Pictures
  • Harry Popkin Productions
  • United Artists

Frequently Asked Questions

What is D.O.A. about?

Frank Bigelow is about to die, and he knows it. The accountant has been poisoned and has only 24 hours before the lethal concoction kills him. Determined to find out who his murderer is, Frank, wit...

Who directed D.O.A.?

D.O.A. was directed by Rudolph Maté.

How long is D.O.A.?

D.O.A. has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).

When was D.O.A. released?

D.O.A. was released on December 23, 1949 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in D.O.A.?

The main cast of D.O.A. includes Edmond O'Brien, Pamela Britton, Luther Adler, Beverly Garland, Lynn Baggett.

Is D.O.A. worth watching?

D.O.A. has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 186 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.