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Panic in the Streets (1950)

Name: Panic in the Streets
Director: Elia Kazan
Genre: drama film
Released: 1950
Duration: 96 min
Cast: Richard Widmark, Daniela Rocca, Emile Meyer, Barbara Bel Geddes, Paul Douglas

⏱ 96 min drama film

Plot

1950 film by Elia Kazan

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Why Watch This

Elia Kazan’s debut feature is a taut, real‑time thriller that turns a citywide epidemic into a nail‑biting cat‑and‑mouse game between health officials and a ruthless killer. Richard Widmark’s magnetic turn as the determined epidemiologist anchors the film’s blend of procedural drama and noir suspense.

Best For

Classic noir fans, Crime drama lovers, 1950s cinema enthusiasts, Fans of Elia Kazan, Fans of Richard Widmark

The CinePearl Take

Kazan’s crisp direction keeps the story moving at a breakneck pace, never letting the tension dip as the city races against an invisible threat. Widmark delivers a gritty, earnest performance that feels both heroic and human, while Jack Palance’s menacing presence adds a chilling edge. The film’s exploration of public fear and bureaucratic heroism feels surprisingly resonant today.

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Cast & Crew

Director: Elia Kazan
Cast: Richard Widmark, Daniela Rocca, Emile Meyer, Barbara Bel Geddes, Paul Douglas, Tommy Rettig, Alexis Minotis, Jack Palance, Zero Mostel
Writer: Richard Murphy

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