Journey into Fear (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1943, Journey into Fear is a thriller, drama, war and mystery film directed by Norman Foster, running about 68 minutes. “Welles and Del Rio together! as Terror Man vs. Leopard Woman--for possession of a mysterious stranger in the powder-keg Middle East” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An American ballistics expert in Turkey finds himself targeted by Nazi agents. Safe passage home by ship is arranged for him, but he soon discovers that his pursuers are also on board.
Who’s in it. Journey into Fear stars Joseph Cotten as Howard Graham, Dolores del Río as Josette Martel, Ruth Warrick as Mrs. Stephanie Graham and Agnes Moorehead as Mrs. Mathews, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Journey into Fear 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 Journey into Fear page.
If you liked it. Fans of Journey into Fear tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Journey into Fear (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Journey into Fear change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Journey into Fear worth watching?
- Journey into Fear holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, war and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Journey into Fear?
- Journey into Fear stars Joseph Cotten, Dolores del Río, Ruth Warrick, Agnes Moorehead and Jack Durant.
- When was Journey into Fear released?
- Journey into Fear was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.