Highly Dangerous
“... to have ... hold or HATE!”
Synopsis
A US newsman and a British entomologist spy on germ-warfare research in a mythical country.
Top Cast
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Margaret Lockwood
Frances Gray
Dane Clark
Bill Casey
Marius Goring
Commandant Anton Razinski
Naunton Wayne
Mr. Hedgerley
Wilfrid Hyde-White
Mr. Luke
Eugene Deckers
Alf
Olaf Pooley
Detective-Interrogator
Gladys Henson
Attendant
Paul Hardtmuth
Priest
Michael Hordern
Lab Director Owens
George Benson
Sandwich Stand Customer
Eric Pohlmann
Joe - the bartender
John Horsley
Customs Officer
Patric Doonan
Customs Man
Joan Haythorne
Judy
Jill Balcon
Wardress (uncredited)
John Gabriel
Night Field Telephone Officer (uncredited)
Hyma Beckley
Café Mimosa Patron (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 12, 1951
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roy Ward Baker
- Screenplay & Story
- Eric Ambler
- Original Score
- Richard Addinsell
- Original Title
- Highly Dangerous
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Two Cities Films, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roy Ward Baker
Eric Ambler
Richard Addinsell
Reginald H. Wyer
Alfred Roome
Antony Darnborough, Earl St. John
Department Leadership Roster
Roy Ward Baker
Director
Eric Ambler
Writer
Antony Darnborough
Producer
Richard Addinsell
Original Music Composer
Reginald H. Wyer
Director of Photography
Alfred Roome
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Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Highly Dangerous
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Highly Dangerous about?
A US newsman and a British entomologist spy on germ-warfare research in a mythical country.
Who directed Highly Dangerous?
Highly Dangerous was directed by Roy Ward Baker.
Who stars in Highly Dangerous?
The principal cast of Highly Dangerous includes Margaret Lockwood, Dane Clark, Marius Goring, Naunton Wayne, Wilfrid Hyde-White.
When was Highly Dangerous released and how long is it?
Highly Dangerous was released in 1950 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Highly Dangerous?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Highly Dangerous was composed by Richard Addinsell.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Highly Dangerous?
Highly Dangerous holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).