The Trap
Originally released in 1959. The Trap is a crime/thriller film. directed by Norman Panama. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Richard Widmark, Lee J. Cobb, and Tina Louise
Synopsis
Lawyer Ralph Anderson arrives in Tula, an amazingly remote town in the desert, as reluctant emissary of mob chief Victor Massonetti, who wants the airstrip clear for his unofficial exit from the country. Ralph's arrival has a profound effect on his estranged father, the sheriff; his brother Tip, an alcoholic deputy; and his ex-sweetheart Linda, now married to Tip. Tension builds as a small army of gangsters takes over the town. Then the situation abruptly changes...
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 28, 1959
67 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (16 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Richard Widmark
as Ralph Anderson
Lee J. Cobb
as Victor Massonetti
Tina Louise
as Linda Anderson
Earl Holliman
as Tippy Anderson
Carl Benton Reid
as Sheriff Lloyd Anderson
Lorne Greene
as Davis
Peter Baldwin
as Mellon
Chuck Wassil
as First Fake Policeman
Richard Shannon
as Len Karger
Carl Milletaire
as Eddie
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Heath Productions
- Parkwood Enterprises
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Trap about?
Lawyer Ralph Anderson arrives in Tula, an amazingly remote town in the desert, as reluctant emissary of mob chief Victor Massonetti, who wants the airstrip clear for his unofficial exit from the co...
Who directed The Trap?
The Trap was directed by Norman Panama.
How long is The Trap?
The Trap has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was The Trap released?
The Trap was released on January 28, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Trap?
The main cast of The Trap includes Richard Widmark, Lee J. Cobb, Tina Louise, Earl Holliman, Carl Benton Reid.