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13 West Street (1962): cast, story & where to watch

1962 · Film · ★ 5.2

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Released in 1962, 13 West Street is a drama and crime film directed by Philip Leacock, running about 80 minutes. “EVIL ENTERS THE HOUSE AT 13 WEST STREET... IT'S SHOCKING AS A SCREAM IN THE NIGHT!!!!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Walt Sherill is attacked and beat down by a group of juvenile delinquents on his way home from work one night. The boys who attacked him are not previously known by the police and are therefore hard to track down. As Sherill starts getting impatient he begins his own investigation. Meanwhile, Detective Sergeant Koleski does his best to track down the culprits.

Who’s in it. 13 West Street stars Alan Ladd as Walt Sherill, Rod Steiger as Detective Sergeant Koleski, Michael Callan as Chuck Landry and Dolores Dorn as Tracey Sherill, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, 13 West Street has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 13 West Street page.

If you liked it. Fans of 13 West Street tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch 13 West Street (1962)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for 13 West Street change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is 13 West Street worth watching?
13 West Street 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 13 West Street?
13 West Street stars Alan Ladd, Rod Steiger, Michael Callan, Dolores Dorn and Kenneth MacKenna.
When was 13 West Street released?
13 West Street was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.