2 Minutes Late (1952): cast, story & where to watch

1952 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 1952, 2 Minutes Late is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Torben Anton Svendsen, running about 96 minutes.

What it’s about. The body of a loose-living woman is discovered. Who murdered her? Her new hard-drinking boyfriend? Maybe her playboy ex-lover with a criminal past? Or the ex-lover’s pathologically jealous wife. Or..?

Who’s in it. 2 Minutes Late stars Poul Reichhardt as Max Paduan, Grethe Thordahl as Grete Paduan, Astrid Villaume as Beth and Erik Mørk as Urmager Jacobsen, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, 2 Minutes Late 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 2 Minutes Late page.

If you liked it. Fans of 2 Minutes Late tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch 2 Minutes Late (1952)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for 2 Minutes Late change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is 2 Minutes Late worth watching?
2 Minutes Late holds an audience score of 6.5 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 2 Minutes Late?
2 Minutes Late stars Poul Reichhardt, Grethe Thordahl, Astrid Villaume, Erik Mørk and Johannes Meyer.
When was 2 Minutes Late released?
2 Minutes Late was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.