Criss Cross 1949
“When you Double-Cross a Double-Crosser... It's a Criss Cross!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 88 minutes
- Director
- Robert Siodmak
- Network
- Universal International Pictures
- Where to Stream
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What is Criss Cross?
Criss Cross is a 1949 American noir crime tragedy film directed by Robert Siodmak. The screenplay was written by Daniel Fuchs and is based on the 1934 novel of the same name by Don Tracy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1949
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 88 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 4, 1949
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Universal International Pictures
- Genres
- Crime, Thriller
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.1/10 from 191 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~88 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Universal International Pictures
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Overview
Criss Cross is a 1949 American noir crime tragedy film directed by Robert Siodmak. The screenplay was written by Daniel Fuchs and is based on the 1934 novel of the same name by Don Tracy. The film features a cast including Burt Lancaster, Yvonne De Carlo, and Dan Duryea. Production for the project included location shooting in the Bunker Hill section of Los Angeles. The story follows an armored-car guard who finds himself in a dangerous predicament after being discovered with his ex-wife by her husband, who is a gangster. As a result of this confrontation, the guard is forced to participate in a robbery. The film, which has a runtime of one hour and twenty-eight minutes, was released in the United States on February 4, 1949. It is categorized within the crime and thriller genres. The narrative explores themes of risk and conflict involving characters who each have something to prove, lose, or hide.
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“A gripping exploration of crime and thriller that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Criss Cross worth watching?
Criss Cross holds a community rating of 7.1/10 based on 191 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Thriller for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Criss Cross and when was it released?
Criss Cross is a feature film with a runtime of 88 minutes. It was released in 1949. Release status: Released.
Who directed Criss Cross?
Criss Cross was directed by Robert Siodmak.
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