The Human Jungle (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1954, The Human Jungle is a crime film directed by Joseph M. Newman, running about 82 minutes. “The inside police story !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Danforth is assigned to take over the police department in a section of a large city saddled with juvenile delinquency, petty crimes, graft and also a recent unsolved murder of a strip-tease dancer. Recognizing the laxity of the department he implements many changes and soon finds himself under fire by the newspapers, the attorney of a racket leader and the denizens of this human jungle.
Who’s in it. The Human Jungle stars Gary Merrill as John Danforth, Jan Sterling as Mary Abbott, Regis Toomey as Bob Geddes and Lamont Johnson as Detective Lannigan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Human Jungle 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 The Human Jungle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Human Jungle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Human Jungle (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Human Jungle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Human Jungle worth watching?
- The Human Jungle holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Human Jungle?
- The Human Jungle stars Gary Merrill, Jan Sterling, Regis Toomey, Lamont Johnson and Patrick Waltz.