The Unknown Man (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1951, The Unknown Man is a drama and crime film directed by Richard Thorpe, running about 86 minutes. “Shocking! Revealing! Timely!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A scrupulously honest lawyer discovers that the client he's gotten off was really guilty.
Who’s in it. The Unknown Man stars Walter Pidgeon as Dwight Bradley 'Brad' Masen, Ann Harding as Stella Masen, Barry Sullivan as District Attorney Joe Bucknor and Keefe Brasselle as Rudi Wallchek, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Unknown Man 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 Unknown Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Unknown Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Unknown Man (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Unknown Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Unknown Man worth watching?
- The Unknown Man holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Unknown Man?
- The Unknown Man stars Walter Pidgeon, Ann Harding, Barry Sullivan, Keefe Brasselle and Lewis Stone.
- When was The Unknown Man released?
- The Unknown Man was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.