Five Miles to Midnight (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1962, Five Miles to Midnight is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Anatole Litvak, running about 110 minutes. “The Suspense Begins...From the Very First Second!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Immediately after Lisa declares that she is leaving her immature, abusive, but easy-going husband Robert, he is reported dead in a plane crash. Secretly still alive, he convinces her to collect his life insurance, although she knows that it's a bad idea. Lisa must contend with the complications of the scheme, which involve an aggressive suitor, Robert's jealousy, and her own guilt.
Who’s in it. Five Miles to Midnight stars Sophia Loren as Lisa Macklin, Anthony Perkins as Robert Macklin, Gig Young as David Barnes and Jean-Pierre Aumont as Alan Stewart, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Five Miles to Midnight 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 Five Miles to Midnight page.
If you liked it. Fans of Five Miles to Midnight tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Five Miles to Midnight (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Five Miles to Midnight change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Five Miles to Midnight worth watching?
- Five Miles to Midnight holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Five Miles to Midnight?
- Five Miles to Midnight stars Sophia Loren, Anthony Perkins, Gig Young, Jean-Pierre Aumont and Yolande Turner.
- When was Five Miles to Midnight released?
- Five Miles to Midnight was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.