The Man in the Net (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1959, The Man in the Net is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Michael Curtiz, running about 98 minutes. “The Most Suspense-Charged 97 Minutes in Motion Pictures!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A artist living in a quiet Connecticut town is the main suspect in the disappearance of his shrew wife. Things turn ugly when the townsfolk attempt to take the law into their own hands.
Who’s in it. The Man in the Net stars Alan Ladd as John Hamilton, Carolyn Jones as Linda Hamilton, Diane Brewster as Vicki Carey and John Lupton as Brad Carey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Man in the Net has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel and ScreenPix Amazon Channel . See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man in the Net page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man in the Net tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man in the Net (1959)?
- In US, The Man in the Net is available to stream on YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel and ScreenPix Amazon Channel . Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Man in the Net worth watching?
- The Man in the Net holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Man in the Net?
- The Man in the Net stars Alan Ladd, Carolyn Jones, Diane Brewster, John Lupton and Charles McGraw.
- When was The Man in the Net released?
- The Man in the Net was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.