Compulsion

THEIRS WAS THE PERFECT CRIME they thought! They were too sure...too smart...too careful to leave a clue -- but they did! and it exploded -- The shocking story of two teenagers out for kicks...looking for thrills...and finding them!

⭐ 7.1 /10 159 votes

April 1, 1959 1h 43m Released

Crime Drama History Thriller

Storyline

Two close friends' plan to execute a flawless crime is crushed when one of them inadvertently leaves his glasses at the crime scene.

Key Information

                                        Director
                                        Richard Fleischer
                                    

                                        Writers
                                        Richard Murphy, Meyer Levin
                                    

                                    Studio
                                    Darryl F. Zanuck Productions
                                

                                    Rating
                                    7.1/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Budget
                                    $1,345,000
                                

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Cast & Crew

Dean Stockwell

Judd Steiner

Bradford Dillman

Arthur A. Straus

Orson Welles

Jonathan Wilk

E.G. Marshall

District Attorney Harold Horn

Diane Varsi

Ruth Evans

Martin Milner

Sid Brooks

Richard Anderson

Max Steiner

Robert F. Simon

Police Lt. Johnson

Robert Burton

Charles Straus

Wilton Graff

Mr. Steiner

Louise Lorimer

Mrs. Straus aka 'Mumsy'

Gavin MacLeod

Padua - Horn's Assistant

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Compulsion released?

Compulsion was released on April 1, 1959.

How long is Compulsion?

The runtime of Compulsion is 1h 43m.

What genre is Compulsion?

Compulsion is a Crime, Drama, History, Thriller movie.

What is the rating of Compulsion?

Compulsion has a rating of 7.1 out of 10 on TMDB.

Where can I watch Compulsion?

Compulsion is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Who directed Compulsion?

Compulsion was directed by Richard Fleischer.

Who stars in Compulsion?

The main cast of Compulsion includes Dean Stockwell, Bradford Dillman, Orson Welles.

What language is Compulsion in?

Compulsion is originally in English.