Slattery's Hurricane (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1949, Slattery's Hurricane is a drama and adventure film directed by André de Toth, running about 87 minutes. “The storm centre of thrills!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A pilot wants a life of ease, flying for drug smugglers and looking the other way until his conscience is tweaked by a woman he has misused. The story unfolds in flashbacks as the pilot battles the storm and recalls his failures, including a love affair with the wife of his best friend.
Who’s in it. Slattery's Hurricane stars Richard Widmark as Lt. Willard Francis Slattery, Linda Darnell as Mrs. Aggie Hobson, Veronica Lake as Dolores Grieves and John Russell as Lt. F.A. 'Hobbie' Hobson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Slattery's Hurricane 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 Slattery's Hurricane page.
If you liked it. Fans of Slattery's Hurricane tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Slattery's Hurricane (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Slattery's Hurricane change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Slattery's Hurricane worth watching?
- Slattery's Hurricane holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Slattery's Hurricane?
- Slattery's Hurricane stars Richard Widmark, Linda Darnell, Veronica Lake, John Russell and Gary Merrill.
- When was Slattery's Hurricane released?
- Slattery's Hurricane was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.