When the Clock Strikes (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1961, When the Clock Strikes is a drama film directed by Edward L. Cahn, running about 72 minutes. “When the clock strikes the alarm screams "murder!"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A condemned criminal's acquaintances gather at a remote lodge on the eve of his execution to search for hidden money.
Who’s in it. When the Clock Strikes stars James Brown as Sam Morgan, Merry Anders as Ellie, Henry Corden as Cady and Roy Barcroft as Sheriff Mitchell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, When the Clock Strikes has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch When the Clock Strikes page.
If you liked it. Fans of When the Clock Strikes tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch When the Clock Strikes (1961)?
- In US, When the Clock Strikes is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is When the Clock Strikes worth watching?
- When the Clock Strikes holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in When the Clock Strikes?
- When the Clock Strikes stars James Brown, Merry Anders, Henry Corden, Roy Barcroft and Peggy Stewart.
- When was When the Clock Strikes released?
- When the Clock Strikes was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.