The Criminal
“The toughest picture ever made in Britain!”
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When a robbery at a racetrack goes wrong ex-con Johnny Bannion is caught and sent back to prison. He won't tell the rest of the gang where he has stashed the loot leading to violent consequences.
Cast
Stanley Baker
as Johnny Bannion
Sam Wanamaker
as Mike Carter
Grégoire Aslan
as Frank Saffron
Margit Saad
as Suzanne
Jill Bennett
as Maggie
Rupert Davies
as Edwards
Laurence Naismith
as Mr. Town
John Van Eyssen
as Formby
Noel Willman
as Prison Governor
Derek Francis
as Priest
Redmond Phillips
as Prison Doctor
Kenneth J. Warren
as Clobber
Patrick Magee
as Barrows
Robert Adams
as Judas
Kenneth Cope
as Kelly
Murray Melvin
as Antlers
Tom Bell
as Flynn
Nigel Green
as Ted
Neil McCarthy
as O'Hara
Patrick Wymark
as Sol
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About The Criminal
“The toughest picture ever made in Britain!”
When a robbery at a racetrack goes wrong ex-con Johnny Bannion is caught and sent back to prison. He won't tell the rest of the gang where he has stashed the loot leading to violent consequences. Running 97 minutes.
The Criminal Cast and Characters
The cast features Stanley Baker (as Johnny Bannion), Sam Wanamaker (as Mike Carter), Grégoire Aslan (as Frank Saffron), Margit Saad (as Suzanne), and Jill Bennett (as Maggie). Their performances are a major reason The Criminal has built such a passionate audience.
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The Criminal 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 The Criminal online for free?
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How long is The Criminal?
The Criminal runs for 97 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is The Criminal good? What's the rating?
The Criminal holds a 6.4/10 rating based on 41 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of The Criminal?
The main cast includes Stanley Baker, Sam Wanamaker, Grégoire Aslan, and Margit Saad, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Criminal available in English?
Yes — The Criminal was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was The Criminal released?
The Criminal was released in 1960.
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Where can I watch The Criminal for free?
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What is The Criminal about?
The Criminal is a Crime English-language film. When a robbery at a racetrack goes wrong ex-con Johnny Bannion is caught and sent back to prison. He won't tell the rest of the gang where he has stashed the loot leading to violent consequences.
When was The Criminal released?
The Criminal was released on September 13, 1960. It has a runtime of 1h 37m. The film was produced by Merton Park Studios.
Who stars in The Criminal?
The Criminal stars Stanley Baker, Sam Wanamaker, Grégoire Aslan and Margit Saad. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Criminal available in HD?
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