---
title: "Dangerous Cargo"
year: 1954
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/dangerous-cargo-1954"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 257027
imdb_id: "tt0046890"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 61
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 4
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Dangerous Cargo (1954) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/dangerous-cargo-1954

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Released in Great Britain on May 1, 1954, the crime and drama film Dangerous Cargo is directed by John Harlow with a runtime of one hour and one minute. The narrative is inspired by the real events of the attempted heist at Heathrow Airport in 1952. In the film, a criminal tricks an old friend into giving away the location of a shipment of gold bullion so that he and his gang can carry out a theft. The production features a cast that includes Jack Watling as Tom Matthews, Susan Stephen as Jananie Matthews, Karel Stepanek as Pliny, Richard Pearson as Noel, Terence Alexander as Harry, and John Le Mesurier as Luigi. The screenplay credits list Stanley Haynes as writer and Percy Hoskins for the story. The film falls into the genres of crime and drama, and focuses on the planning and execution of the gold shipment robbery following the deception of the old friend.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: John Harlow
- **Networks / Studios**: A.C.T. Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Susan Stephen** as *Janie Matthews*
- **Jack Watling** as *Tom Matthews*
- **Karl Stepanek** as *Pliny*
- **Richard Pearson** as *Noel*
- **Terence Alexander** as *Harry*
- **John Le Mesurier** as *Luigi*
- **Ballard Berkeley** as *Findley*
- **Genine Graham** as *Diana*
- **Trevor Reid** as *Watson*
- **John Longden** as *Worthington*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Dangerous Cargo online?
Dangerous Cargo is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, YouTube. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Dangerous Cargo worth watching?
Dangerous Cargo holds a community rating of 6.4/10 based on 4 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Dangerous Cargo and when was it released?
Dangerous Cargo is a feature film with a runtime of 61 minutes. It was released in 1954. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Dangerous Cargo?
Dangerous Cargo was directed by John Harlow.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Dangerous Cargo — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/257027)
- [Dangerous Cargo (1954) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0046890/fullcredits/)
- [Dangerous Cargo (1954) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/257027-dangerous-cargo/cast)
- [Dangerous Cargo (1954) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/dangerous-cargo-1954/credits)
- [Dangerous Cargo (1954) 평점 후기 등장인물 무료 다시보기 OTT 보는곳](https://gamsgopromocode.com/)
- [Dangerous Cargo - Alchetron, The Free Social Encyclopedia](https://alchetron.com/)

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