Accused of Murder (1956): cast, story & where to watch

1956 · Film · ★ 4.4

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Released in 1956, Accused of Murder is an action and thriller film directed by Joseph Kane, running about 74 minutes. “FRAMED... she battled for her life!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A police detective finds himself entangled in the web of the underworld when he falls in love with a nightclub singer accused of murdering a crooked lawyer.

Who’s in it. Accused of Murder stars David Brian as Police Lt. Roy Hargis, Vera Ralston as Ilona Vance, Sidney Blackmer as Frank Hobart and Virginia Grey as Sandra Lamoreaux, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Accused of Murder has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Accused of Murder page.

If you liked it. Fans of Accused of Murder tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Accused of Murder (1956)?
In US, Accused of Murder is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Accused of Murder worth watching?
Accused of Murder holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Accused of Murder?
Accused of Murder stars David Brian, Vera Ralston, Sidney Blackmer, Virginia Grey and Warren Stevens.
When was Accused of Murder released?
Accused of Murder was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.