C-Man (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1949, C-Man is a crime film directed by Joseph Lerner, running about 75 minutes. “Homicidal smugglers in the big city !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A customs agent follows a jewel smuggler's trail of corpses from Paris to New York.
Who’s in it. C-Man stars Dean Jagger as Cliff Holden, alias William Harrah, John Carradine as Doc Spencer, Lottie Elwen as Kathe van Bourne and Rene Paul as Matty Royal, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, C-Man has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch C-Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of C-Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch C-Man (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for C-Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is C-Man worth watching?
- C-Man holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in C-Man?
- C-Man stars Dean Jagger, John Carradine, Lottie Elwen, Rene Paul and Walter Vaughan.
- When was C-Man released?
- C-Man was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.