Fourteen Hours (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1951, Fourteen Hours is a thriller and drama film directed by Henry Hathaway, running about 92 minutes. “A new element in screen suspense” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young man, morally destroyed by his parents not loving him and by the fear of being not capable to make his girlfriend happy, rises on the ledge of a building with the intention of committing suicide. A policeman makes every effort to argue him out of it.
Who’s in it. Fourteen Hours stars Paul Douglas as Police Ofcr. Charlie Dunnigan, Richard Basehart as Robert Cosick, Barbara Bel Geddes as Virginia Foster and Debra Paget as Ruth, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Fourteen Hours has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fourteen Hours page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fourteen Hours tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fourteen Hours (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fourteen Hours change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fourteen Hours worth watching?
- Fourteen Hours holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Fourteen Hours?
- Fourteen Hours stars Paul Douglas, Richard Basehart, Barbara Bel Geddes, Debra Paget and Agnes Moorehead.
- When was Fourteen Hours released?
- Fourteen Hours was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.