23 Paces to Baker Street (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1956, 23 Paces to Baker Street is a thriller, crime and mystery film directed by Henry Hathaway, running about 103 minutes. “STEP-BY-STEP...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Philip Hannon, a blind playwright living in London, overhears part of a conversation , that leads him into a desperate race, to find a kidnapped child. When he gets no help from the police, he along with his butler, and his ex fiancée, attempt to track down the crooks.
Who’s in it. 23 Paces to Baker Street stars Van Johnson as Phillip Hannon, Vera Miles as Jean Lennox, Cecil Parker as Bob Matthews and Patricia Laffan as Miss Alice MacDonald, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, 23 Paces to Baker Street 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 23 Paces to Baker Street page.
If you liked it. Fans of 23 Paces to Baker Street tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 23 Paces to Baker Street (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for 23 Paces to Baker Street change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is 23 Paces to Baker Street worth watching?
- 23 Paces to Baker Street holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in 23 Paces to Baker Street?
- 23 Paces to Baker Street stars Van Johnson, Vera Miles, Cecil Parker, Patricia Laffan and Maurice Denham.
- When was 23 Paces to Baker Street released?
- 23 Paces to Baker Street was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.