The Midnight Story
“The strangest manhunt in the history of crime!”
Synopsis
Beloved priest Father Thomasino is murdered in a San Francisco alley, and the police have few clues. But traffic cop Joe Martini becomes obsessed with finding the killer; he suspects Sylvio Malatesta. Ordered off the case, Joe turns in his badge and investigates alone. Soon he is a close friend of the Malatesta family, all delightful people, especially lovely cousin Anna. Uncertain whether Sylvio is guilty or innocent, Joe is now torn between old and new loyalties.
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Tony Curtis
Joe Martini
Gilbert Roland
Sylvio Malatesta
Marisa Pavan
Anna Malatesta
Jay C. Flippen
Sgt. Jack Gillen
Argentina Brunetti
Mama Malatesta
Ted de Corsia
Lt. Kilrain
Richard Monda
Pietro "Peanuts" Malatesta
Kathleen Freeman
Rosa Cuneo
Herb Vigran
Charlie Cuneo
Peggy Maley
Veda Pinelli
John Cliff
Father Giuseppe
Russ Conway
Det. Sgt. Sommers
Chico Vejar
Frankie Pellatrini
Tito Vuolo
Grocer
Helen Wallace
Mother Catherine
James Hyland
Frank Wilkins
Bobby Barber
Party Guest (uncredited)
Richard Benedict
Pool Player (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 4, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph Pevney
- Screenplay & Story
- Edwin Blum
- Original Score
- Irving Gertz, Henry Mancini, Frank Skinner, Herman Stein, Hans J. Salter, Henry Vars
- Original Title
- The Midnight Story
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Universal International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph Pevney
Edwin Blum
Irving Gertz, Henry Mancini, Frank Skinner, Herman Stein, Hans J. Salter, Henry Vars
Russell Metty
Ted J. Kent
Robert Arthur
Department Leadership Roster
Joseph Pevney
Director
Edwin Blum
Screenplay
Robert Arthur
Producer
Russell Metty
Director of Photography
Ted J. Kent
Editor
Bill Thomas
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Midnight Story
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Midnight Story about?
Beloved priest Father Thomasino is murdered in a San Francisco alley, and the police have few clues. But traffic cop Joe Martini becomes obsessed with finding the killer; he suspects Sylvio Malatesta. Ordered off the case, Joe turns in his badge and investigates alone. Soon he is a close friend of the Malatesta family, all delightful people, especially lovely cousin Anna. Uncertain whether Sylvio is guilty or innocent, Joe is now torn between old and new loyalties.
Who directed The Midnight Story?
The Midnight Story was directed by Joseph Pevney.
Who stars in The Midnight Story?
The principal cast of The Midnight Story includes Tony Curtis, Gilbert Roland, Marisa Pavan, Jay C. Flippen, Argentina Brunetti.
When was The Midnight Story released and how long is it?
The Midnight Story was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for The Midnight Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Midnight Story was composed by Irving Gertz, Henry Mancini, Frank Skinner, Herman Stein, Hans J. Salter, Henry Vars.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Midnight Story?
The Midnight Story holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).