The Straw Man
"A suspense thriller....of GREED and PASSION!"
Originally released in 1953. The Straw Man is a thriller film. directed by Donald Taylor. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dermot Walsh, Clifford Evans, and Lana Morris
Synopsis
A newly married man is convicted of murdering a former lover in his apartment, and sentenced to hang. With a payout on his life worth 20,000 pounds, the insurance company sends an investigator to find out the truth.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 17, 1953
72 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hedgerley
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Straw Man about?
A newly married man is convicted of murdering a former lover in his apartment, and sentenced to hang. With a payout on his life worth 20,000 pounds, the insurance company sends an investigator to ...
Who directed The Straw Man?
The Straw Man was directed by Donald Taylor.
How long is The Straw Man?
The Straw Man has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was The Straw Man released?
The Straw Man was released on August 17, 1953 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Straw Man?
The main cast of The Straw Man includes Dermot Walsh, Clifford Evans, Lana Morris, Amy Dalby, Ronald Ward.