Act of Violence
📖 Synopsis
A former prisoner of war, Frank Enley is hailed as a hero in his California town. However, Frank has a shameful secret that comes back to haunt him when fellow survivor Joe Parkson emerges, intent on making Frank pay for his past deeds.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “The manhunt no woman could stop!”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Thriller
- Director
- Fred Zinnemann
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Van HeflinFrank R. Enley
Robert RyanJoe Parkson
Janet LeighEdith Enley
Mary AstorPat
Phyllis ThaxterAnn
Berry KroegerJohnny
Taylor HolmesGavery
Harry AntrimFred
Connie GilchristMartha
Will WrightPop🎬 Similar Movies
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Act of Violence about?
- A former prisoner of war, Frank Enley is hailed as a hero in his California town. However, Frank has a shameful secret that comes back to haunt him when fellow survivor Joe Parkson emerges, intent on making Frank pay for his past deeds.
- Who directed Act of Violence?
- Act of Violence was directed by Fred Zinnemann.
- When was Act of Violence released?
- Act of Violence was released on January 22, 1949.
- How long is Act of Violence?
- Act of Violence has a runtime of 1h 22m.
- Where can I track Act of Violence?
- You can track Act of Violence on Matinee — the free movie and TV show tracker app for iOS. Log it, rate it, and share your thoughts with friends.












