The Straw Man (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1953, The Straw Man is a notable film directed by Donald Taylor, running about 74 minutes. “A suspense thriller....of GREED and PASSION!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A newly married man is convicted of murdering a former lover in his apartment, and sentenced to hang. With a payout on his life worth 20,000 pounds, the insurance company sends an investigator to find out the truth.
Who’s in it. The Straw Man stars Dermot Walsh as Malcolm "Mal" Farris, Clifford Evans as Jeff Howard, Lana Morris as Ruth Hunter and Amy Dalby as Lucy Graham, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Straw Man 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 The Straw Man page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Straw Man (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Straw Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Straw Man worth watching?
- The Straw Man holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Straw Man?
- The Straw Man stars Dermot Walsh, Clifford Evans, Lana Morris, Amy Dalby and Ronald Ward.