The Safecracker (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1958, The Safecracker is a drama, crime and war film directed by Ray Milland, running about 96 minutes. “The crook who became a commando” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Safe cracker, Colley Dawson, is recruited to steal a list of Nazi agents from a safe in a Nazi occupied chateau in Belgium.
Who’s in it. The Safecracker stars Ray Milland as Colley Dawson, Barry Jones as Bennet Carfield, Victor Maddern as Morris and Jeanette Sterke as Irene, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Safecracker 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 The Safecracker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Safecracker tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Safecracker (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Safecracker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Safecracker worth watching?
- The Safecracker holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Safecracker?
- The Safecracker stars Ray Milland, Barry Jones, Victor Maddern, Jeanette Sterke and Ernest Clark.