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Dangerous Crossing (1953) | Criteria

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Dangerous Crossing

English • 1953 • 1h 15m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Joseph M. Newman

Mystery Thriller

Synopsis

A honeymoon aboard an ocean liner is cut short when the bride finds herself suddenly alone, and unable to convince anyone of her husband’s existence.

Included in
Vacation Noir
Position 7

Credits

Crew

DirectorJoseph M. Newman

WriterLeo Townsend

CinematographerJoseph LaShelle

EditorWilliam Reynolds

ProducerRobert Bassler

Cast

Jeanne Crainas Ruth Stanton Bowman

Michael Rennieas Dr. Paul Manning

Max Showalteras Jim Logan

Carl Betzas John Bowman

as Anna Quinn

Marjorie Hoshelleas Kay Prentiss

Willis Boucheyas Capt. Peters

Yvonne Peattieas Miss Bridges

Robert Adleras Bartender (uncredited)

Stanley Andrewsas Ship's Pilot (uncredited)

Madge Blakeas Ship's Passenger (uncredited)

Paul Bradleyas Ship's Passenger (uncredited)

Harry Carteras Pool Attendant (uncredited)

Bess Flowersas Ship's Passenger (uncredited)

Anthony Jochimas Baggage Steward (uncredited)

Kenner G. Kempas Ship's Passenger (uncredited)

Mike Lallyas Ship's Passenger (uncredited)

Carl M. Levinessas Ship's Passenger (uncredited)

Karl Ludwig Lindtas Foreigner (uncredited)

Adrienne Mardenas Telephone Operator (uncredited)