The Breaking Point (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1950, The Breaking Point is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Michael Curtiz, running about 97 minutes. “A guy who had nothing to sell but guts!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A fisherman with money problems hires out his boat to transport criminals.
Who’s in it. The Breaking Point stars John Garfield as Harry Morgan, Patricia Neal as Leona Charles, Phyllis Thaxter as Lucy Morgan and Juano Hernández as Wesley Park, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Breaking Point 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 The Breaking Point page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Breaking Point tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Breaking Point (1950)?
- In US, The Breaking Point 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 The Breaking Point worth watching?
- The Breaking Point holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Breaking Point?
- The Breaking Point stars John Garfield, Patricia Neal, Phyllis Thaxter, Juano Hernández and Wallace Ford.
- When was The Breaking Point released?
- The Breaking Point was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.