Crime Wave (1953)
Overview
Reformed parolee Steve Lacey is caught in the middle when a wounded former cellmate seeks him out for shelter. The other two former cellmates then attempt to force him into doing a bank job.
Where to watch Crime Wave
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | TCM | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| Canada | — | Apple TV, YouTube, Amazon Video | Apple TV, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| Australia | — | Apple TV, YouTube | Apple TV, YouTube |
| France | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, LaCinetek | Apple TV, Amazon Video, LaCinetek |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Crime Wave in 3 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Crime Wave about?
Reformed parolee Steve Lacey is caught in the middle when a wounded former cellmate seeks him out for shelter. The other two former cellmates then attempt to force him into doing a bank job. Crime Wave is a Crime, Thriller movie, released on 1953-10-22, runtime 73 minutes.
Is Crime Wave worth watching?
TMDB users rate Crime Wave 7.1 out of 10 from 87 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Crime Wave?
In the United States, Crime Wave streams on TCM and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 3 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
André de Toth
Cast
- Sterling Hayden as Det. Lt. Sims
- Gene Nelson as Steve Lacey
- Phyllis Kirk as Ellen Lacey
- Ted de Corsia as 'Doc' Penny
- Charles Bronson as Ben Hastings
- Jay Novello as Dr. Otto Hessler
- Nedrick Young as Gat Morgan
- James Bell as Daniel O'Keefe
- Dub Taylor as Gus Snider
- Gayle Kellogg as Detective Kelly
- Mack Chandler as Sully
- Iris Adrian as Hastings' Girlfriend (uncredited)
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Sources
Details and the 7.1/10 rating from Crime Wave on TMDB, also on IMDb. Back to Movie World.