On the Loose (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1951, On the Loose is a drama film directed by Charles Lederer, running about 78 minutes. “School-Girl by day... Thrill-Seeker by night!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After years of living in her selfish parents' (Melvyn Douglas and Lynn Bari) egotistical shadows, desperate teenager Jill Bradley (Joan Evans) makes a last-ditch play for attention by attempting suicide. Jill's guilt-ridden father tries at last to help her and to cheer her up but new problems
Who’s in it. On the Loose stars Joan Evans as Jill Bradley, Melvyn Douglas as Frank Bradley, Lynn Bari as Larry Lindsay and Robert Arthur as Larry Lindsay, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, On the Loose 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 On the Loose page.
If you liked it. Fans of On the Loose tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch On the Loose (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for On the Loose change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is On the Loose worth watching?
- On the Loose holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in On the Loose?
- On the Loose stars Joan Evans, Melvyn Douglas, Lynn Bari, Robert Arthur and Hugh O'Brian.
- When was On the Loose released?
- On the Loose was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.