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The Wages of Fear

“‘Dynamic’ ‘Tremendous’ ‘Shattering’”

8.019532h 28mDramaThrillerAdventure
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The Wages of Fear is a 1953 drama and thriller film, running 2h 28m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 12A in the United Kingdom.

In the United Kingdom it is listed on BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel and BFI Player Apple TV Channel.

12A age rating2h 28mDramaThriller

Rated 12A in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.

All key facts8
Type
Feature film
Released
1953-04-22
Runtime
2h 28m
Genres
Drama, Thriller, Adventure
Director
Henri-Georges Clouzot
Original language
French
Status
Released
TMDB rating
8.0 / 10 · 1,155 votes

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Availability

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Synopsis

Feature film

In a run-down South American town, four men are paid to drive trucks loaded with nitroglycerin into the jungle through to the oil field. Friendships are tested and rivalries develop as they embark upon the perilous journey.

Cast

14 names
Yves MontandMario Livi
Charles VanelMr. Jo
Peter van EyckBimba
Folco LulliLuigi
Véra ClouzotLinda
Antonio CentaCamp Chief
Jo DestHans Smerloff
Darío MorenoPepito Hernandez
William TubbsBill O'Brien
Darling LégitimusRosa
Luis De LimaBernardo
Grégoire Gromoff
Joseph Palau-Fabre
François Valorbe(uncredited)

Questions about The Wages of Fear

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Where can I watch The Wages of Fear in the United Kingdom?

In the United Kingdom, The Wages of Fear is listed on BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.

Is The Wages of Fear suitable for children?

The Wages of Fear is rated 12A in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.

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What is The Wages of Fear about?

In a run-down South American town, four men are paid to drive trucks loaded with nitroglycerin into the jungle through to the oil field. Friendships are tested and rivalries develop as they embark upon the perilous journey.

How long is The Wages of Fear?

The Wages of Fear runs for 2h 28m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.

Can I watch the The Wages of Fear trailer?

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