The Captive City
“NO PUNCHES PULLED...NO TRUTHS UNTOLD!”
Synopsis
A small-town newspaper editor defies threats to expose the mob.
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The Captive City (1952) Original Trailer [FHD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-01-15
Top Cast
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John Forsythe
James "Jim" C. Austin
Joan Camden
Marge Austin
Harold J. Kennedy
Don Carey
Marjorie Crossland
Mrs. Margaret Sirak
Victor Sutherland
Murray Sirak
Ray Teal
Chief Gillette
Martin Milner
Phil Harding
Geraldine Hall
Mrs. Nelson
Hal K. Dawson
Clyde Nelson
Ian Wolfe
Rev. Nash
Gladys Hurlbut
Linda Purcy
Jess Kirkpatrick
Anderson
Paul Newlan
Krug
Frances Morris
Mrs. Harding
Paul Brinegar
Police Sergeant
Patricia Goldwater
Sally Carey
Robert Gorell
Joe Berg
Glenn Judd
Coverly
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 26, 1952
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 22, 2023
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Wise
- Screenplay & Story
- Karl Kamb, Alvin M. Josephy
- Original Score
- Jerome Moross
- Original Title
- The Captive City
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- United Artists, Aspen Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Wise
Karl Kamb, Alvin M. Josephy
Jerome Moross
Lee Garmes
Robert Swink
Theron Warth
Department Leadership Roster
Lee Garmes
Director of Photography
Robert Wise
Director
Jerome Moross
Original Music Composer
Theron Warth
Producer
Maurice Zuberano
Production Design
Karl Kamb
Screenplay
Alvin M. Josephy
Screenplay
Robert Swink
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Captive City
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Captive City about?
A small-town newspaper editor defies threats to expose the mob.
Who directed The Captive City?
The Captive City was directed by Robert Wise.
Who stars in The Captive City?
The principal cast of The Captive City includes John Forsythe, Joan Camden, Harold J. Kennedy, Marjorie Crossland, Victor Sutherland.
When was The Captive City released and how long is it?
The Captive City was released in 1952 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for The Captive City?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Captive City was composed by Jerome Moross.