The Killer Is Loose
"He was no ordinary killer... She was no ordinary victim... This is no ordinary motion picture!"
Originally released in 1956. The Killer Is Loose is a crime/thriller film. directed by Budd Boetticher. At just 73 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Joseph Cotten, Rhonda Fleming, and Wendell Corey
Synopsis
A savings-and-loan bank is robbed; later, a police wiretap identifies meek bank teller Leon Poole as the inside man. In capturing him, detective Sam Wagner accidentally kills Poole's young wife, and at his trial Poole swears vengeance against Wagner. Poole begins his plans to get revenge when he escapes his captors.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 3, 1956
69 years ago
Runtime
1h 13m
73 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (58 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Joseph Cotten
as Detective Sam Wagner
Rhonda Fleming
as Lila Wagner
Wendell Corey
as Leon 'Foggy' Poole
Alan Hale Jr.
as Detective Denny
Michael Pate
as Detective Chris Gillespie
John Larch
as Otto Flanders
Dee J. Thompson
as Grace Flanders
John Beradino
as Mac
Virginia Christine
as Mary Gillespie
Paul Bryar
as Greg Boyd
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Crown Productions
- United Artists
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Killer Is Loose about?
A savings-and-loan bank is robbed; later, a police wiretap identifies meek bank teller Leon Poole as the inside man. In capturing him, detective Sam Wagner accidentally kills Poole's young wife, an...
Who directed The Killer Is Loose?
The Killer Is Loose was directed by Budd Boetticher.
How long is The Killer Is Loose?
The Killer Is Loose has a runtime of 1 hours and 13 minutes (73 minutes total).
When was The Killer Is Loose released?
The Killer Is Loose was released on February 3, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Killer Is Loose?
The main cast of The Killer Is Loose includes Joseph Cotten, Rhonda Fleming, Wendell Corey, Alan Hale Jr., Michael Pate.