The Mugger (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1958, The Mugger is a thriller and drama film directed by William Berke, running about 74 minutes.
What it’s about. A police shrink tries to identify and capture an elusive mugger that scars his female victims before stealing their purse.
Who’s in it. The Mugger stars Kent Smith as Dr. Pete Graham, Nan Martin as Claire Townsend, James Franciscus as Eddie Baxter and Stefan Schnabel as Fats Donner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Mugger has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Mugger page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mugger tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mugger (1958)?
- In US, The Mugger is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Mugger worth watching?
- The Mugger holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Mugger?
- The Mugger stars Kent Smith, Nan Martin, James Franciscus, Stefan Schnabel and Dick O'Neill.
- When was The Mugger released?
- The Mugger was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.