The Money Trap (1965): cast, story & where to watch

1965 · Film · ★ 5.1

The Money Trap poster

Released in 1965, The Money Trap is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Burt Kennedy, running about 91 minutes. “THIS WOMAN can change a tough cop into a tougher crook!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A cop turns to crime to keep his spoiled sexy young wife happy. When the money starts coming in his partner was in on the action.

Who’s in it. The Money Trap stars Glenn Ford as Joe Baron, Elke Sommer as Lisa Baron, Rita Hayworth as Rosalie Kelly and Joseph Cotten as Dr. Horace Van Tilden, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Money Trap has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Money Trap page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Money Trap tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Money Trap (1965)?
In US, The Money Trap is available to rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Money Trap worth watching?
The Money Trap holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Money Trap?
The Money Trap stars Glenn Ford, Elke Sommer, Rita Hayworth, Joseph Cotten and Ricardo Montalban.
When was The Money Trap released?
The Money Trap was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.