Crime Wave (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1953, Crime Wave is a thriller and crime film directed by André de Toth, running about 73 minutes. “Before your shocked eyes -- the city blasted SIN-SIDE OUT!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Reformed parolee Steve Lacey is caught in the middle when a wounded former cellmate seeks him out for shelter. The other two former cellmates then attempt to force him into doing a bank job.
Who’s in it. Crime Wave stars Sterling Hayden as Det. Lt. Sims, Gene Nelson as Steve Lacey, Phyllis Kirk as Ellen Lacey and Ted de Corsia as 'Doc' Penny, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Crime Wave has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Crime Wave page.
If you liked it. Fans of Crime Wave tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Crime Wave (1953)?
- In US, Crime Wave is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Crime Wave worth watching?
- Crime Wave holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Crime Wave?
- Crime Wave stars Sterling Hayden, Gene Nelson, Phyllis Kirk, Ted de Corsia and Charles Bronson.
- When was Crime Wave released?
- Crime Wave was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.