Across the Bridge (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 1957, Across the Bridge is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Ken Annakin, running about 103 minutes. “In the Tradition of the Finest British Chiller Thrillers” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In Mexico, a financier on the run poses as a man he just murdered, only to find out that the man was also a murderer.
Who’s in it. Across the Bridge stars Rod Steiger as Carl Schaffner, David Knight as Johnny, Marla Landi as Mary and Noel Willman as Chief of Police, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Across the Bridge 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 Across the Bridge page.
If you liked it. Fans of Across the Bridge tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Across the Bridge (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Across the Bridge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Across the Bridge worth watching?
- Across the Bridge holds an audience score of 6.8 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 Across the Bridge?
- Across the Bridge stars Rod Steiger, David Knight, Marla Landi, Noel Willman and Bernard Lee.
- When was Across the Bridge released?
- Across the Bridge was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.
