The Surgeon's Knife (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film
Released in 1957, The Surgeon's Knife is a drama and crime film directed by Gordon Parry, running about 84 minutes. “Knifed Edged Tension” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A doctor becomes the victim of extortionists when one of his patients dies under questionable circumstances.
Who’s in it. The Surgeon's Knife stars Donald Houston as Dr. Alex Waring, Adrienne Corri as Laura Shelton, Lyndon Brook as Dr. Ian Breck and Jean Cadell as Henrietta Stevens, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Surgeon's Knife page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Surgeon's Knife tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Surgeon's Knife (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Surgeon's Knife change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Surgeon's Knife?
- The Surgeon's Knife stars Donald Houston, Adrienne Corri, Lyndon Brook, Jean Cadell and Sydney Tafler.
- When was The Surgeon's Knife released?
- The Surgeon's Knife was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.