Mexican Manhunt (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1953, Mexican Manhunt is a crime and mystery film directed by Rex Bailey, running about 71 minutes. “MURDER WAS HIS PASSPORT!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Los Angeles, 1953. The author David L. "Dave" Brady wants to bring a missed ex-newspaperman back to Los Angeles. Therefore Dave has to travel to Mexico City. Dave gets involved with a murder case that occurred fifteen years ago. It's an obsession for Dave to solve that murder.
Who’s in it. Mexican Manhunt stars George Brent as David L. 'Dave' Brady, Hillary Brooke as Eve Carter, Morris Ankrum as Tip Morgan and Karen Sharpe as Linda Morgan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Mexican Manhunt 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 Mexican Manhunt page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mexican Manhunt tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mexican Manhunt (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mexican Manhunt change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mexican Manhunt worth watching?
- Mexican Manhunt holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mexican Manhunt?
- Mexican Manhunt stars George Brent, Hillary Brooke, Morris Ankrum, Karen Sharpe and Alberto Morin.
- When was Mexican Manhunt released?
- Mexican Manhunt was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.