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Sudden Fear

Every Suspenseful Moment... Every Embrace... Every Kiss... A Breathtaking Experience!

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1952-08-07
1h 52m
English
Released
Joseph Kaufman Productions

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Actor Lester Blaine has all but landed the lead in Myra Hudson's new play when Myra vetoes him because, to her, he doesn't look like a romantic leading man. On a train from New York to San Francisco, Blaine sets out to prove Myra wrong...by romancing her. Is he sincere, or does he have a dark ulterior motive?

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About Sudden Fear

Every Suspenseful Moment... Every Embrace... Every Kiss... A Breathtaking Experience!

Actor Lester Blaine has all but landed the lead in Myra Hudson's new play when Myra vetoes him because, to her, he doesn't look like a romantic leading man. On a train from New York to San Francisco, Blaine sets out to prove Myra wrong...by romancing her. Is he sincere, or does he have a dark ulterior motive? Running 112 minutes.

Sudden Fear Cast and Characters

The cast features Joan Crawford (as Myra Hudson Blaine), Jack Palance (as Lester Blaine), Gloria Grahame (as Irene Neves), Bruce Bennett (as Steve Kearney), and Virginia Huston (as Ann Taylor). Their performances are a major reason Sudden Fear has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Sudden Fear

Sudden Fear flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch Sudden Fear online for free?

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How long is Sudden Fear?

Sudden Fear runs for 112 minutes (about 1.9 hours).

Is Sudden Fear good? What's the rating?

Sudden Fear holds a 7.3/10 rating based on 142 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of Sudden Fear?

The main cast includes Joan Crawford, Jack Palance, Gloria Grahame, and Bruce Bennett, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Sudden Fear available in English?

Yes — Sudden Fear was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was Sudden Fear released?

Sudden Fear was released in 1952.

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Where can I watch Sudden Fear for free?

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What is Sudden Fear about?

Sudden Fear is a Thriller/Crime English-language film. Actor Lester Blaine has all but landed the lead in Myra Hudson's new play when Myra vetoes him because, to her, he doesn't look like a romantic leading man. On a train from New York to San Francisco, Blaine sets out to prove Myra wrong...by romancing her. Is he sincere, or does he have a dark ulterior motive?

When was Sudden Fear released?

Sudden Fear was released on August 7, 1952. It has a runtime of 1h 52m. The film was produced by Joseph Kaufman Productions.

Who stars in Sudden Fear?

Sudden Fear stars Joan Crawford, Jack Palance, Gloria Grahame and Bruce Bennett. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Sudden Fear available in HD?

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