Cage of Gold (1950): cast, story & where to watch

1950 · Film · ★ 6.7

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Released in 1950, Cage of Gold is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Basil Dearden, running about 80 minutes. “Drama of a girl threatened by her past” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The love that Judy, a young painter, feels for Alan, a promising doctor to whom she is engaged, falters when Bill, an old friend, suddenly appears.

Who’s in it. Cage of Gold stars Jean Simmons as Judith, David Farrar as Bill, James Donald as Alan and Herbert Lom as Rahman, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Cage of Gold has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cage of Gold page.

If you liked it. Fans of Cage of Gold tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Cage of Gold (1950)?
In US, Cage of Gold is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Cage of Gold worth watching?
Cage of Gold holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Cage of Gold?
Cage of Gold stars Jean Simmons, David Farrar, James Donald, Herbert Lom and Bernard Lee.
When was Cage of Gold released?
Cage of Gold was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.