Mantrap (1953): reparto, argumento y streaming
1953 · Película · ★ 6.3
Released in 1953, Mantrap is a thriller and crimen film directed by Terence Fisher, running about 73 minutes. “Scotland Yard warns private eye to reveal the whereabouts of the Man in Hiding.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Branded as criminally insane and incarcerated for a murder he did not commit, Speight escapes from the asylum, determined to clear his name. He befriends private detective Hugo Bishop who, convinced that the wrong man has been convicted, agrees to help find the real killer. They begin their search for the murderer closest to home where both Thelma Speight and her employer Maurice Jerrard were visibly distressed by the news of her husband's jailbreak. More than Speight's 'insanity' fuels their worries.
Who’s in it. Mantrap stars Paul Henreid as Hugo Bishop, Lois Maxwell as Thelma Speight / Tasman, Kieron Moore as Mervyn Speight and Hugh Sinclair as Maurice Jerrard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Mantrap has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mantrap page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mantrap tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and El club de la lucha.
Preguntas frecuentes
- Where can I watch Mantrap (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mantrap change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mantrap worth watching?
- Mantrap holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crimen. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mantrap?
- Mantrap stars Paul Henreid, Lois Maxwell, Kieron Moore, Hugh Sinclair and Lloyd Lamble.
- When was Mantrap released?
- Mantrap was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.