Stranger on the Prowl
"They were hunting him down like a mad dog!"
Originally released in 1952. Stranger on the Prowl is a drama/crime film. directed by Joseph Losey.
Starring Paul Muni, Joan Lorring, and Vittorio Manunta
Synopsis
A down-and-out crook on the lam befriends a young street urchin, in an Italian port city. At first amused that the boy is a sneak thief, he tries to deflects the kid from a life of crime. Tipped off by a woman anxious to collect the reward for him (who is wanted for murder), the police pursue the two lost souls.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 12, 1952
73 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (8 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Italy
Production
Director
Top Cast
Paul Muni
as The Stranger With A Gun
Joan Lorring
as Angela, a lonely woman
Vittorio Manunta
as Giacomo, a small boy
Luisa Rossi
as Giacomo's Mother
Aldo Silvani
as Peroni, the junk dealer
Arnoldo Foà
as Inspector-in-Charge
Alfredo Varelli
as The Neighborhood Patrolman
Héléna Manson
as Grocery Store Clerk (victim)
Enrico Glori
as Signor Pucci
Franco Balducci
as Morelli
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Tirrenia Film
- Riviera Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stranger on the Prowl about?
A down-and-out crook on the lam befriends a young street urchin, in an Italian port city. At first amused that the boy is a sneak thief, he tries to deflects the kid from a life of crime. Tipped of...
Who directed Stranger on the Prowl?
Stranger on the Prowl was directed by Joseph Losey.
How long is Stranger on the Prowl?
Stranger on the Prowl has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Stranger on the Prowl released?
Stranger on the Prowl was released on March 12, 1952 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Stranger on the Prowl?
The main cast of Stranger on the Prowl includes Paul Muni, Joan Lorring, Vittorio Manunta, Luisa Rossi, Aldo Silvani.