The Vicious Circle 1957
“The unnerving English crime film”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 84 minutes
- Director
- Gerald Thomas
- Networks
- Beaconsfield Productions, Romulus Films
- Where to Stream
- YouTube Free, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is The Vicious Circle?
The Vicious Circle is a 1957 British thriller film also known as The Circle. The film was directed by Gerald Thomas and written by Francis Durbridge, based on his television serial My Friend Charles from 1956.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1957
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 84 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 1, 1957
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Beaconsfield Productions, Romulus Films
- Genres
- Crime, Mystery, Thriller
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.5/10 from 21 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~84 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Beaconsfield Productions, Romulus Films
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The Vicious Circle is a 1957 British thriller film also known as The Circle. The film was directed by Gerald Thomas and written by Francis Durbridge, based on his television serial My Friend Charles from 1956. The main cast features John Mills, Noelle Middleton, Wilfrid Hyde-White, and Lionel Jeffries. Categorized under the genres of crime, mystery, and thriller, the English film has a runtime of one hour and twenty-four minutes. The story follows Dr. Howard Latimer after he meets a German actress at the London Airport. When he later finds her murdered in his flat, he is drawn into a dangerous world involving murder, blackmail, and a fake passport scam. The film is unrated and had a United States release date recorded on April 15, 1959.
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“A gripping exploration of crime and mystery 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 The Vicious Circle worth watching?
The Vicious Circle holds a community rating of 6.5/10 based on 21 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Mystery for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Vicious Circle and when was it released?
The Vicious Circle is a feature film with a runtime of 84 minutes. It was released in 1957. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Vicious Circle?
The Vicious Circle was directed by Gerald Thomas.
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