Hot Blood
“When Russell Makes Love...The Screen Sizzles!”
Synopsis
Stephen Torino, who is tricked by his brother Marco into an arranged marriage with tempestuous Annie Caldash. Annie is willing to give the union a go, but Torino wants none of it.
Top Cast
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Jane Russell
Annie Caldash
Cornel Wilde
Stephano Torino
Luther Adler
Marco Torino
Joseph Calleia
Papa Theodore
James H. Russell
Xano (as Jamie Russell)
Nina Koshetz
Nita Johnny
Helen Westcott
Velma
Mikhail Rasumny
Old Johnny
Wally Russell
Bimbo
Richard Deacon
Mr. Swift (uncredited)
Peter Brocco
Doctor Robert Turchino (uncredited)
Nick Dennis
Korka (uncredited)
Robert Foulk
Police Sgt. Tim McGrossin (uncredited)
John Raven
Joe Randy (uncredited)
Fred Aldrich
Drunk Observer at Bar (uncredited)
Jacqueline Auclair
Young Gypsy (uncredited)
William Bagdad
Knife Sharpener (uncredited)
Ross Bagdasarian
Gas Station Attendant (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 7, 1956
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nicholas Ray
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Evans, Jesse Lasky Jr.
- Original Score
- Les Baxter
- Original Title
- Hot Blood
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nicholas Ray
Jean Evans, Jesse Lasky Jr.
Les Baxter
Ray June
Otto Ludwig
Harry Tatelman, Howard Welsch
Department Leadership Roster
Nicholas Ray
Director
Harry Tatelman
Producer
Howard Welsch
Producer
Otto Ludwig
Editor
Ray June
Director of Photography
Jesse Lasky Jr.
Writer
Les Baxter
Original Music Composer
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
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hot Blood
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hot Blood about?
Stephen Torino, who is tricked by his brother Marco into an arranged marriage with tempestuous Annie Caldash. Annie is willing to give the union a go, but Torino wants none of it.
Who directed Hot Blood?
Hot Blood was directed by Nicholas Ray.
Who stars in Hot Blood?
The principal cast of Hot Blood includes Jane Russell, Cornel Wilde, Luther Adler, Joseph Calleia, James H. Russell.
When was Hot Blood released and how long is it?
Hot Blood was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Hot Blood?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hot Blood was composed by Les Baxter.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hot Blood?
Hot Blood holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).