The Black Rider (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1954, The Black Rider is a thriller and crime film directed by Wolf Rilla, running about 65 minutes. “What was his evil mission?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When young reporter and amateur biker Jerry Marsh investigates a mysterious hooded figure on a motorbike, he discovers crooks hiding out in a ruined castle with atomic sabotage on their minds...
Who’s in it. The Black Rider stars Jimmy Hanley as Jerry Marsh, Rona Anderson as Mary Plack, Leslie Dwyer as Robert Plack and Lionel Jeffries as Martin Bremner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Black Rider has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Black Rider page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Black Rider tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Black Rider (1954)?
- In GB, The Black Rider is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Black Rider worth watching?
- The Black Rider holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Black Rider?
- The Black Rider stars Jimmy Hanley, Rona Anderson, Leslie Dwyer, Lionel Jeffries and Kenneth Connor.
- When was The Black Rider released?
- The Black Rider was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.