Still from Bad Day at Black Rock — Bad Day at Black Rock (1955) — John SturgesPhotographed by William C. Mellor

John Sturges

Bad Day at Black Rock

Name: Bad Day at Black Rock
Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Western
Released: 1955
Duration: 81 min

United States / English / 1955 / 1h 21m

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Mystery Thriller Western

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Synopsis

One-armed war veteran John J. Macreedy steps off a train at the sleepy little town of Black Rock. Once there, he begins to unravel a web of lies, secrecy, and murder.

Credits

Crew

DirectorJohn Sturges

WriterMillard Kaufman

CinematographerWilliam C. Mellor

ComposerAndré Previn

EditorNewell P. Kimlin

ProducerDore Schary

Cast

Spencer Tracyas John J. Macreedy

Robert Ryanas Reno Smith

Walter Brennanas Doc T.R. Velie Jr.

Lee Marvinas Hector David

Dean Jaggeras Tim Horn

Anne Francisas Liz Wirth

John Ericsonas Pete Wirth

Ernest Borgnineas Coley Trimble

Russell Collinsas Mr. Hastings

Walter Sandeas Sam

Billy Dixas Cafe Lounger (uncredited)

K.L. Smithas Cafe Lounger (uncredited)

Robert Griffinas Second Train Conductor (uncredited)

Harry Harveyas First Train Conductor (uncredited)

Bobby Johnsonas One of Two Porters (uncredited)

Francis McDonaldas Tall - White-haired Cafe Lounger (uncredited)