Hideout (1949): cast, story & where to watch

1949 · Film · ★ 5.5

Hideout poster

Released in 1949, Hideout is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Philip Ford, running about 61 minutes. “A WOMAN DEFIES GANG LORDS IN THEIR...HIDEOUT” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Philip Ford's crime thriller stars Lloyd Bridges as a city attorney who comes to the dawning realization that a jewelry heist may be behind the discovery of a dead body in the park -- and that the culprit may be one of the town's leading citizens (Ray Collins). Unfortunately, his investigation is hampered by his girlfriend and ex-secretary (Lorna Gray), who could very well be in cahoots with the bad guys.

Who’s in it. Hideout stars Lloyd Bridges as George Browning, Lorna Gray as Betty, alias Hannah Kelly (as Adrian Booth), Ray Collins as Arthur Burdett, alias Philip J. Fogarty and Sheila Ryan as Edie Hanson, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Hideout 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 Hideout page.

If you liked it. Fans of Hideout tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Hideout (1949)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hideout change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Hideout worth watching?
Hideout holds an audience score of 5.5 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 Hideout?
Hideout stars Lloyd Bridges, Lorna Gray, Ray Collins, Sheila Ryan and Chick Chandler.
When was Hideout released?
Hideout was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.