North by Northwest 1959
“It's a deadly game of "tag" and Cary Grant is "it"!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 137 minutes
- Director
- Alfred Hitchcock
- Network
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
What is North by Northwest?
North by Northwest is a film first released in 1959. Catalogued under Thriller, Adventure.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1959
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 137 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 6, 1959
- Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Genres
- Thriller, Adventure
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 8.0/10
- Episode runtime
- ~137 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
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Overview
North by Northwest is a film first released in 1959. Catalogued under Thriller, Adventure. Produced and broadcast by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“An advertising executive is mistaken for a spy and chased across the country.”
- Directed by Alfred Hitchcock
- Cary Grant leads with charisma
- Exciting cross-country chase scenes
- Pacing reflects its 1950s era
- Some dialogue feels dated
Watch it if you enjoy classic suspense thrillers with globe‑trotting intrigue.
The film’s suspenseful tone and occasional violence make it appropriate for mature viewers.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed North by Northwest?
Alfred Hitchcock directed the 1959 film North by Northwest.
When was North by Northwest released?
It was released in the United States on August 6, 1959.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a thriller and adventure film.
Who are the lead actors?
Cary Grant and Eva Marie Saint star in the film, with supporting roles by James Mason and others.
What is the basic premise of the story?
Advertising man Roger Thornhill is mistaken for a spy, leading to a deadly cross‑country chase.
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