A Man on the Beach (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1955, A Man on the Beach is a notable film directed by Joseph Losey, running about 28 minutes.
What it’s about. This weird short manages to pack in fraud, murder, alcoholism and transvestitism, with two somewhat obvious plot twists but a acertain amount of interest in the characterisation and mise-en-scene. You can see Losey's long-take style in its early stages. If anything, his filming is TOO articulate, tipping his hand and giving away plot turns before they happen.
Who’s in it. A Man on the Beach stars Donald Wolfit, Michael Medwin and Michael Ripper.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, A Man on the Beach 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 A Man on the Beach page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Man on the Beach (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Man on the Beach change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Man on the Beach worth watching?
- A Man on the Beach holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Man on the Beach?
- A Man on the Beach stars Donald Wolfit, Michael Medwin and Michael Ripper.
- When was A Man on the Beach released?
- A Man on the Beach was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 28 minutes.