Breakdown (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1952, Breakdown is a drama and crime film directed by Edmond Angelo, running about 76 minutes. “HE WAS A KNOCK-OUT WITH THE WOMEN...BUT WOMEN and BOXING DON'T MIX!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A boxer (William Bishop) jailed for murder proves his girlfriend's (Ann Richards) wealthy father and a ward boss framed him.
Who’s in it. Breakdown stars Ann Richards as June Hannum, William Bishop as Terry Williams, Anne Gwynne as Candy Allen and Sheldon Leonard as Nick Sampson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Breakdown 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 Breakdown page.
If you liked it. Fans of Breakdown tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Breakdown (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Breakdown change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Breakdown worth watching?
- Breakdown holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Breakdown?
- Breakdown stars Ann Richards, William Bishop, Anne Gwynne, Sheldon Leonard and Wally Cassell.
- When was Breakdown released?
- Breakdown was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.