A Scream in the Streets (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 3.6
Released in 1973, A Scream in the Streets is an action and crime film directed by Harry H. Novak, running about 96 minutes. “A City Ripped Apart by Sin and Lust!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two Los Angeles detectives are assigned to track down and arrest a brutal rapist-murderer terrorizing the city. Their job is complicated by the fact that the killer is able to avoid capture because he can pose as a woman.
Who’s in it. A Scream in the Streets stars Joshua Bryant as Officer Ed Haskell (as John Kirkpatric), Frank Bannon as Officer Bob Streeker, Con Covert as The Rapist and Linda York as Girl on Park Bench, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.6/10, A Scream in the Streets has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Scream in the Streets page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Scream in the Streets 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 A Scream in the Streets (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Scream in the Streets change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Scream in the Streets worth watching?
- A Scream in the Streets holds an audience score of 3.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Scream in the Streets?
- A Scream in the Streets stars Joshua Bryant, Frank Bannon, Con Covert, Linda York and Brandy Lyman.
- When was A Scream in the Streets released?
- A Scream in the Streets was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.