Face of a Fugitive (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1959, Face of a Fugitive is an action, drama and western film directed by Paul Wendkos, running about 81 minutes. “DANGER SHADOWED EVERY STEP HE TOOK!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A man who was falsly accused for murder escapes the sheriffs and starts a new life in a town at the border of the States to Mexico. But he cannot settle in peace as his chasers are trying to find him.
Who’s in it. Face of a Fugitive stars Fred MacMurray as Jim Larsen (aka Ray Kincaid), Lin McCarthy as Sheriff Mark Riley, Dorothy Green as Ellen Bailey and Alan Baxter as Reed Williams, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Face of a Fugitive has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Face of a Fugitive page.
If you liked it. Fans of Face of a Fugitive 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 Face of a Fugitive (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Face of a Fugitive change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Face of a Fugitive worth watching?
- Face of a Fugitive holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Face of a Fugitive?
- Face of a Fugitive stars Fred MacMurray, Lin McCarthy, Dorothy Green, Alan Baxter and Myrna Fahey.
- When was Face of a Fugitive released?
- Face of a Fugitive was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.