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7.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDbNR19531h 15mUnited Kingdom

Black 13

Synopsis

The son of a college professor who turns to a life of crime after killing a pedestrian in an automobile accident.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

November 7, 1954

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Ken Hughes
Screenplay & Story
Pietro Germi, Ken Hughes
Original Score
Carlo Rustichelli
Original Title
Black 13
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 15m
Production Studios
Roger Proudlock Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Ken Hughes

Screenplay & Story

Pietro Germi, Ken Hughes

Original Score & Music

Carlo Rustichelli

Director of Photography

Gerald Gibbs

Film Editing

Sam Simmonds

Producers

Roger Proudlock

Department Leadership Roster

Pietro Germi

Pietro Germi

Writer

Ken Hughes

Ken Hughes

Director

Sam Simmonds

Editor

Gerald Gibbs

Director of Photography

Roger Proudlock

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Black 13.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Black 13

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Black 13 about?

The son of a college professor who turns to a life of crime after killing a pedestrian in an automobile accident.

Who directed Black 13?

Black 13 was directed by Ken Hughes.

Who stars in Black 13?

The principal cast of Black 13 includes Peter Reynolds, Rona Anderson, Patrick Barr, Lana Morris, Genine Graham.

When was Black 13 released and how long is it?

Black 13 was released in 1953 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.

Who composed the musical score for Black 13?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Black 13 was composed by Carlo Rustichelli.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Black 13?

Black 13 holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).