Wicked as They Come (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1956, Wicked as They Come is a drama film directed by Ken Hughes, running about 94 minutes. “What she wanted out of life... she got out of men!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A ruthless woman takes advantage of gullible men to climb up the social ladder.
Who’s in it. Wicked as They Come stars Arlene Dahl as Kathleen 'Kathy' Allen, nee Alanborg, Philip Carey as Tim O'Bannion, Herbert Marshall as Stephen Collins and Michael Goodliffe as Larry Buckham, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Wicked as They Come has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wicked as They Come page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wicked as They Come tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wicked as They Come (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wicked as They Come change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wicked as They Come worth watching?
- Wicked as They Come holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wicked as They Come?
- Wicked as They Come stars Arlene Dahl, Philip Carey, Herbert Marshall, Michael Goodliffe and David Kossoff.
- When was Wicked as They Come released?
- Wicked as They Come was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.