Roadblock (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1951, Roadblock is a crime film directed by Harold Daniels, running about 73 minutes. “Hot lead and cold cash outside the law!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An insurance agent's greedy girlfriend with a taste for mink leads him to a life of crime.
Who’s in it. Roadblock stars Charles McGraw as Joe Peters, Joan Dixon as Diane, Lowell Gilmore as Kendall Webb and Louis Jean Heydt as Harry Miller, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Roadblock has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Roadblock page.
If you liked it. Fans of Roadblock tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Roadblock (1951)?
- In US, Roadblock is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Roadblock worth watching?
- Roadblock holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Roadblock?
- Roadblock stars Charles McGraw, Joan Dixon, Lowell Gilmore, Louis Jean Heydt and Milburn Stone.
- When was Roadblock released?
- Roadblock was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.