The Depraved (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 3.9
Released in 1957, The Depraved is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Paul Dickson, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. Fed up with her wealthy but abusive husband, Tom (Basil Dignam), young English homemaker Laura Wilton (Anne Heywood) conspires with her lover, American Army captain Dave Dillon (Robert Arden), to have her boozy spouse meet an "accidental" demise. But a nosy copper (Denis Shaw) suspects foul play, and soon the lovers' crafty scheme deteriorates into fear, distrust and betrayal. Paul Dickson directs this vintage noir thriller.
Who’s in it. The Depraved stars Anne Heywood as Laura Wilton, Robert Arden as Dave Dillon, Carroll Levis as Major Kelloway and Basil Dignam as Tom Wilton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.9/10, The Depraved has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Depraved page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Depraved tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Depraved (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Depraved change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Depraved worth watching?
- The Depraved holds an audience score of 3.9 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 The Depraved?
- The Depraved stars Anne Heywood, Robert Arden, Carroll Levis, Basil Dignam and Denis Shaw.
- When was The Depraved released?
- The Depraved was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.