The Red Menace (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1949, The Red Menace is a crime film directed by R.G. Springsteen, running about 81 minutes. “So shocking it was filmed behind locked studio doors!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A couple try to leave the Communist party after a murder by the group they were once loyal to.
Who’s in it. The Red Menace stars Robert Rockwell as Bill Jones, Hanna Axmann-Rezzori as Nina Petrovka (as Hanne Axman), Betty Lou Gerson as Greta Bloch, alias Yvonne Kraus and Barbra Fuller as Mollie O'Flaherty, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, The Red Menace has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Red Menace page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Red Menace tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Red Menace (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Red Menace change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Red Menace worth watching?
- The Red Menace holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Red Menace?
- The Red Menace stars Robert Rockwell, Hanna Axmann-Rezzori, Betty Lou Gerson, Barbra Fuller and Shepard Menken.
- When was The Red Menace released?
- The Red Menace was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.