Knock on Any Door (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1949, Knock on Any Door is a drama and crime film directed by Nicholas Ray, running about 100 minutes. “It will shock you but it will hold you spellbound to the end !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An attorney defends a hoodlum of murder, using the oppressiveness of the slums to appeal to the court.
Who’s in it. Knock on Any Door stars Humphrey Bogart as Andrew Morton, John Derek as Nick Romano, George Macready as Dist. Atty. Kerman and Allene Roberts as Emma, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Knock on Any 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 Knock on Any Door page.
If you liked it. Fans of Knock on Any Door tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Knock on Any Door (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Knock on Any Door change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Knock on Any Door worth watching?
- Knock on Any Door holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Knock on Any Door?
- Knock on Any Door stars Humphrey Bogart, John Derek, George Macready, Allene Roberts and Candy Toxton.
- When was Knock on Any Door released?
- Knock on Any Door was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.