High Wall (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1947, High Wall is a drama and crime film directed by Curtis Bernhardt, running about 99 minutes. “So tense! So taut! It closes in on you like a high wall!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Steven Kenet, suffering from a recurring brain injury, appears to have strangled his wife. Having confessed, he's committed to an understaffed county asylum full of pathetic inmates. There, Dr. Ann Lorrison is initially skeptical about Kenet's story and reluctance to undergo treatment. But against her better judgement, she begins to doubt his guilt.
Who’s in it. High Wall stars Robert Taylor as Steven Kenet, Audrey Totter as Dr. Ann Lorrison, Herbert Marshall as Willard I. Whitcombe and Dorothy Patrick as Helen Kenet, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, High Wall 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 High Wall page.
If you liked it. Fans of High Wall tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch High Wall (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for High Wall change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is High Wall worth watching?
- High Wall holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in High Wall?
- High Wall stars Robert Taylor, Audrey Totter, Herbert Marshall, Dorothy Patrick and H.B. Warner.
- When was High Wall released?
- High Wall was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.