Ministry of Fear
“Thrilling drama of the Invisible Network of Terror!”
Synopsis
Stephen Neale is released into WWII England after two years in an asylum, but it doesn't seem so sane outside either. On his way back to London to rejoin civilization, he stumbles across a murderous spy ring and doesn't quite know to whom to turn.
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Ministry of Fear Official Trailer #1 - Ray Milland Movie (1944) HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-01-10
Top Cast
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Ray Milland
Stephen Neale
Marjorie Reynolds
Carla Hilfe
Carl Esmond
Willi Hilfe
Hillary Brooke
Mrs. Bellane #2
Percy Waram
Inspector Prentice
Dan Duryea
Cost/Travers the Tailor
Alan Napier
Dr. JM Forrester
Erskine Sanford
George Rennit
Harry Allen
Tailor's Delivery Man (uncredited)
Frank Baker
Scotland Yard Man (uncredited)
Vangie Beilby
Old Lady at Charity Bazaar (uncredited)
Wilson Benge
Air Raid Warden (uncredited)
Evelyn Beresford
Fat Lady at Charity Bazaar (uncredited)
Arthur Blake
Man (uncredited)
Matthew Boulton
Official, Ministry of Home Security (uncredited)
George Broughton
Man in Tailor's Shop (uncredited)
Leonard Carey
Porter (uncredited)
Bruce Carruthers
Police Clerk (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 31, 1944
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 12, 2013
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fritz Lang
- Screenplay & Story
- Seton I. Miller
- Original Score
- Victor Young
- Original Title
- Ministry of Fear
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fritz Lang
Seton I. Miller, Graham Greene
Victor Young
Henry Sharp
Archie Marshek
Buddy G. DeSylva
Department Leadership Roster
Henry Sharp
Director of Photography
Seton I. Miller
Screenplay
Victor Young
Original Music Composer
Fritz Lang
Director
Archie Marshek
Editor
Edith Head
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ministry of Fear
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ministry of Fear about?
Stephen Neale is released into WWII England after two years in an asylum, but it doesn't seem so sane outside either. On his way back to London to rejoin civilization, he stumbles across a murderous spy ring and doesn't quite know to whom to turn.
Who directed Ministry of Fear?
Ministry of Fear was directed by Fritz Lang.
Who stars in Ministry of Fear?
The principal cast of Ministry of Fear includes Ray Milland, Marjorie Reynolds, Carl Esmond, Hillary Brooke, Percy Waram.
When was Ministry of Fear released and how long is it?
Ministry of Fear was released in 1944 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Ministry of Fear?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ministry of Fear was composed by Victor Young.
Is Ministry of Fear based on a book or true story?
Ministry of Fear is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Graham Greene".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ministry of Fear?
Ministry of Fear holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).