Man on the Prowl (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 2.3
Released in 1957, Man on the Prowl is a drama and crime film directed by Art Napoleon, running about 86 minutes. “For the first time, the screen tells the truth about this kind of compulsion.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A neglected wife (Mala Powers) unknowingly places her family in danger when she becomes friends with a psychologically disturbed deliveryman (James Best).
Who’s in it. Man on the Prowl stars Mala Powers as Marlan Wood, James Best as Doug Gerhardt, Ted de Corsia as Detective and Jerry Paris as Woody, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.3/10, Man on the Prowl has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Man on the Prowl page.
If you liked it. Fans of Man on the Prowl tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Man on the Prowl (1957)?
- In US, Man on the Prowl is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Man on the Prowl worth watching?
- Man on the Prowl holds an audience score of 2.3 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 Man on the Prowl?
- Man on the Prowl stars Mala Powers, James Best, Ted de Corsia, Jerry Paris and Vivi Janiss.
- When was Man on the Prowl released?
- Man on the Prowl was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.