The Dead Man Walks Again (1952): cast, story & where to watch

1952 · Film

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Released in 1952, The Dead Man Walks Again is a comedy, thriller and crime film directed by Jorma Nortimo, running about 80 minutes.

What it’s about. Directed by Jorma Nortimo, The Dead Man Walks Again (1952) is the third and final film in the Dead Man adventure series. “Dead Man,” or retired Colonel Sarmo (Joel Rinne), explores the mystery associated with the murder of a landowner and the tangle of crimes, threats, and conspiracies created by a letter he left behind. At the same time Sarmo helps the consuls of imaginary small states of South America in a difficult situation, and charms their daughters.

Who’s in it. The Dead Man Walks Again stars Joel Rinne as Rainer Sarmo / 'The Dead Man', Hilkka Helinä as Kirsti Ström, Reino Valkama as Mikko Vehmer and Mai-Brit Heljo as Irma Porri, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dead Man Walks Again page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Dead Man Walks Again tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Dead Man Walks Again (1952)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dead Man Walks Again change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Dead Man Walks Again?
The Dead Man Walks Again stars Joel Rinne, Hilkka Helinä, Reino Valkama, Mai-Brit Heljo and Jalmari Rinne.
When was The Dead Man Walks Again released?
The Dead Man Walks Again was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.