Crime in the Streets (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1956, Crime in the Streets is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Don Siegel, running about 91 minutes. “How can you tell them to be good when their girl friends like them better when they're bad!...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A social worker tries to end juvenile crime by getting involved with a street gang.
Who’s in it. Crime in the Streets stars James Whitmore as Ben Wagner, Sal Mineo as Angelo 'Baby' Gioia, John Cassavetes as Frankie Dane and Mark Rydell as Lou Macklin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Crime in the Streets 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 Crime in the Streets page.
If you liked it. Fans of Crime in the Streets tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Crime in the Streets (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Crime in the Streets change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Crime in the Streets worth watching?
- Crime in the Streets holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Crime in the Streets?
- Crime in the Streets stars James Whitmore, Sal Mineo, John Cassavetes, Mark Rydell and Virginia Gregg.
- When was Crime in the Streets released?
- Crime in the Streets was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.