Crossroads (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1942, Crossroads is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Jack Conway, running about 83 minutes. “Where women wait to seal your fate!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A French diplomat who's recovered from amnesia is blackmailed over crimes he can't remember.
Who’s in it. Crossroads stars William Powell as David Talbot aka Jean Pelletier, Hedy Lamarr as Lucienne Talbot, Claire Trevor as Michelle Allaine and Basil Rathbone as Henri Sarrou, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Crossroads 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 Crossroads page.
If you liked it. Fans of Crossroads tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Crossroads (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Crossroads change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Crossroads worth watching?
- Crossroads holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Crossroads?
- Crossroads stars William Powell, Hedy Lamarr, Claire Trevor, Basil Rathbone and Margaret Wycherly.
- When was Crossroads released?
- Crossroads was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.