A Long Time Till Dawn (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1953, A Long Time Till Dawn is a drama film directed by Richard Dunlap, running about 55 minutes.
What it’s about. Just out of prison Joe Harris looks to restart his life. His wife Barbie has moved and the one man who can tell him where refuses to do so. Enraged, Joe beats the old man senseless and runs away to his father's home, where he also finds his wife. A police detective comes around about the beating (which will soon to become a murder) and Joe insists he's innocent. Joe tells his wife and father he's a changed man and he's only a suspect because of his prior conviction. Barbie and Fred struggle with their desire to believe Joe's plea versus their fear he'll never change.
Who’s in it. A Long Time Till Dawn stars Robert Cass as Sully, James Dean as Joe Harris, Pud Flanagan as Paul and Billy M. Greene as Tramp, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, A Long Time Till Dawn has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Long Time Till Dawn page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Long Time Till Dawn tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Long Time Till Dawn (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Long Time Till Dawn change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Long Time Till Dawn worth watching?
- A Long Time Till Dawn holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Long Time Till Dawn?
- A Long Time Till Dawn stars Robert Cass, James Dean, Pud Flanagan, Billy M. Greene and Ted Osborne.
- When was A Long Time Till Dawn released?
- A Long Time Till Dawn was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 55 minutes.