Back to the Door (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1959, Back to the Door is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by José María Forqué, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. One of the staff girls at The Golden Mousetrap, a city nightclub, has been stabbed and is barely alive; a doctor is examining her in a dressing room. Inspector Simón leads the investigation supported by the night shift inspector Arévalo. The club management asks that nobody leave the place, since everyone there must cooperate with the police and being interrogated.
Who’s in it. Back to the Door stars Emma Penella as Lola, Amelia Bence as Lidia, Luis Prendes as Enrique Simón and Elisa Loti as Patricia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Back to the Door 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 Back to the Door page.
If you liked it. Fans of Back to the Door tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Back to the Door (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Back to the Door change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Back to the Door worth watching?
- Back to the Door holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Back to the Door?
- Back to the Door stars Emma Penella, Amelia Bence, Luis Prendes, Elisa Loti and José María Vilches.
- When was Back to the Door released?
- Back to the Door was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.