The Hornet's Nest (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1955, The Hornet's Nest is an action and comedy film directed by Charles Saunders, running about 64 minutes.
What it’s about. Before getting nabbed by the cops, a jewel thief hides a small fortune in stolen goods aboard an empty barge. But when he later returns to claim his loot, he runs into heaps of trouble with the boat's beautiful tenants and a pair of nosy old ladies. Directed by Charles Saunders, this amusing comedy finds the cunning criminal up against far stronger and more resilient adversaries than he ever anticipated. [Netflix]
Who’s in it. The Hornet's Nest stars Paul Carpenter as Bob Bartlett, June Thorburn as Pat, Marla Landi as Terry Savarese and Alexander Gauge as Mr. Arnold, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Hornet's Nest has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hornet's Nest page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hornet's Nest 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 The Hornet's Nest (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Hornet's Nest change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Hornet's Nest worth watching?
- The Hornet's Nest holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Hornet's Nest?
- The Hornet's Nest stars Paul Carpenter, June Thorburn, Marla Landi, Alexander Gauge and Charles Farrell.
- When was The Hornet's Nest released?
- The Hornet's Nest was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.