Hell Bound
“The Hi-jack caper that scorched the seven seas!”
Synopsis
After WW2, a Los Angeles crime ring uses a complex scheme, involving a freight ship, a junkie, and a corrupt health officer, to smuggle drugs into the USA.
Top Cast
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John Russell
Jordan
June Blair
Paula
Stuart Whitman
Eddie Mason
Margo Woode
Jan
George E. Mather
Stanley Thomas (as George Mather)
Stanley Adams
Herbert Fay Jr.
Frank Fenton
Harry Quantro
Virginia De Lee
Stripteaser (as Virginia DeLee)
Gene O'Donnell
Purser
Gordon Armitage
Seaman (uncredited)
Dehl Berti
Daddy (uncredited)
Chet Brandenburg
Seaman (uncredited)
George Bruggeman
Seaman (uncredited)
Ann Daro
Accomplice C (uncredited)
Edward DeRoo
Squad Officer (uncredited)
Marge Evans
Nurse (uncredited)
William Flaherty
Purser (uncredited)
Jerry Frank
Police Officer (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William J. Hole Jr.
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard H. Landau
- Original Score
- Les Baxter
- Original Title
- Hell Bound
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Production Studios
- Bel-Air Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William J. Hole Jr.
Richard H. Landau, Arthur E. Orloff
Les Baxter
Carl E. Guthrie
John A. Bushelman
Howard W. Koch, Aubrey Schenck
Department Leadership Roster
William J. Hole Jr.
Director
Les Baxter
Original Music Composer
Richard H. Landau
Screenplay
Howard W. Koch
Producer
Carl E. Guthrie
Director of Photography
John A. Bushelman
Editor
Jack T. Collis
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Hell Bound.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hell Bound
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hell Bound about?
After WW2, a Los Angeles crime ring uses a complex scheme, involving a freight ship, a junkie, and a corrupt health officer, to smuggle drugs into the USA.
Who directed Hell Bound?
Hell Bound was directed by William J. Hole Jr..
Who stars in Hell Bound?
The principal cast of Hell Bound includes John Russell, June Blair, Stuart Whitman, Margo Woode, George E. Mather.
When was Hell Bound released and how long is it?
Hell Bound was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.
Who composed the musical score for Hell Bound?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hell Bound was composed by Les Baxter.