Highways of Agony (1969): cast, story & where to watch

1969 · Film · ★ 9

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Released in 1969, Highways of Agony is a drama, documentary and action film, running about 28 minutes.

What it’s about. An ultra-grim Highway Safety Films title, thanks to narration that’s even more dour than usual and a chilling musical score by Hungarian composer Zoltan Rozsnyai. This is not the TV series, "Emergency!" These are real people who are hurt. You not only get a glimpse of the gory results of accidents; you see emergency care before the paramedics came into vogue (1969). Miami rolled out the first paramedics that year while Los Angeles County (basis of "Emergency!), along with Portland, began providing street medicine.

Who’s in it. Highways of Agony stars Wayne Byers as Narrator.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Highways of Agony sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Highways of Agony page.

If you liked it. Fans of Highways of Agony tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Highways of Agony (1969)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Highways of Agony change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Highways of Agony worth watching?
Highways of Agony holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, documentary and action. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Highways of Agony?
Highways of Agony stars Wayne Byers.
When was Highways of Agony released?
Highways of Agony was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 28 minutes.