The Man Who Dared
“SHE SENT HIM TO THE GALLOWS...then risked everything to save him for herself!”
Synopsis
A crusading reporter plans his own arrest and conviction for first degree murder, trying to show that the death sentence should be outlawed when based on circumstantial evidence alone, but his plan goes awry.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 30, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Sturges
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward Bock
- Original Score
- George Duning
- Original Title
- The Man Who Dared
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Sturges
Edward Bock, Maxwell Shane, Alex Gottlieb
George Duning
Philip Tannura
Charles Nelson
Leonard S. Picker
Department Leadership Roster
John Sturges
Director
Edward Bock
Screenplay
Leonard S. Picker
Producer
Philip Tannura
Director of Photography
Charles Nelson
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Man Who Dared
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Man Who Dared about?
A crusading reporter plans his own arrest and conviction for first degree murder, trying to show that the death sentence should be outlawed when based on circumstantial evidence alone, but his plan goes awry.
Who directed The Man Who Dared?
The Man Who Dared was directed by John Sturges.
Who stars in The Man Who Dared?
The principal cast of The Man Who Dared includes Leslie Brooks, George Macready, Forrest Tucker, Charles D. Brown, Warren Mills.
When was The Man Who Dared released and how long is it?
The Man Who Dared was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.
Who composed the musical score for The Man Who Dared?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Man Who Dared was composed by George Duning.