The Gilded Cage (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1955, The Gilded Cage is a drama and crime film directed by John Gilling, running about 77 minutes. “Murder! for an art treasure!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Steve and Harry become involved in an art theft. Harry is framed by the crooks, and arrested by the police. Steve has to prove his brother's innocence.
Who’s in it. The Gilded Cage stars Alex Nicol as Steve Anderson, Veronica Hurst as Marcia Farrell, Clifford Evans as Ken Aimes and Ursula Howells as Brenda Lucas, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Gilded Cage 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 Gilded Cage page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gilded Cage tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gilded Cage (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gilded Cage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Gilded Cage worth watching?
- The Gilded Cage holds an audience score of 5.2 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 Gilded Cage?
- The Gilded Cage stars Alex Nicol, Veronica Hurst, Clifford Evans, Ursula Howells and Elwyn Brook-Jones.
- When was The Gilded Cage released?
- The Gilded Cage was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.