The Weapon (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1956, The Weapon is a thriller film directed by Val Guest, running about 78 minutes. “This Gun Talked...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A boy accidentally shoots a friend with a gun he found in the rubble of a destroyed building. The gun turns out to be a clue in a ten-year-old murder case.
Who’s in it. The Weapon stars Steve Cochran as Mark Andrews, Lizabeth Scott as Elsa Jenner, Herbert Marshall as Insp. Mackenzie and Nicole Maurey as Vivienne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Weapon has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Weapon page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Weapon tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Weapon (1956)?
- In GB, The Weapon is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Weapon worth watching?
- The Weapon holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Weapon?
- The Weapon stars Steve Cochran, Lizabeth Scott, Herbert Marshall, Nicole Maurey and Jon Whiteley.
- When was The Weapon released?
- The Weapon was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.