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The Defiant Ones (1958)

"One of the great ones!"

7.119581h 36mEN
CrimeDramaAdventureThriller

Directed by Stanley Kramer

Rating

7.1/10

Runtime

1h 36m

Language

EN

Release

August 14, 1958

Director

Stanley Kramer

Official Trailer

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Overview

Two convicts—one white, one black—escape while chained to each other.

Cast

Tony Curtis

Tony Curtis

John 'Joker' Jackson

Sidney Poitier

Sidney Poitier

Noah Cullen

Theodore Bikel

Theodore Bikel

Sheriff Max Muller

Charles McGraw

Charles McGraw

Capt. Frank Gibbons

Lon Chaney Jr.

Lon Chaney Jr.

Big Sam

King Donovan

King Donovan

Solly

Claude Akins

Claude Akins

Mack

Lawrence Dobkin

Lawrence Dobkin

Editor

Whit Bissell

Whit Bissell

Lou Gans

Carl Switzer

Carl Switzer

Angus

Kevin Coughlin

Kevin Coughlin

Billy

Cara Williams

Cara Williams

Billy's mother

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Defiant Ones (1958), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Two convicts—one white, one black—escape while chained to each other.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Defiant Ones. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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