
Brute Force(1947)
“Power Packed Picture!”
Overview
Timeworn Joe Collins and his fellow inmates live under the heavy thumb of the sadistic, power-tripping guard Captain Munsey. Only Collins' dreams of escape keep him going, but how can he possibly bust out of Munsey's chains?
Director
Jules Dassin
Studio
Mark Hellinger Productions
Cast

Burt Lancaster
as Joe Collins

Hume Cronyn
as Capt. Munsey

Charles Bickford
as Gallagher

Yvonne De Carlo
as Gina Ferrara

Ann Blyth
as Ruth

Ella Raines
as Cora Lister

Anita Colby
as Flossie

Sam Levene
as Louie Miller #7033

Jeff Corey
as 'Freshman' Stack

John Hoyt
as Spencer

Jack Overman
as Kid Coy

Roman Bohnen
as Warden A.J. Barnes
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1947
Runtime
1h 38m
Language
English
Rating
7.3 / 10
Production Companies
Mark Hellinger Productions • Universal Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Brute Force?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Brute Force (1947).
What is Brute Force about?▼
Timeworn Joe Collins and his fellow inmates live under the heavy thumb of the sadistic, power-tripping guard Captain Munsey. Only Collins' dreams of escape keep him going, but how can he possibly bust out of Munsey's chains?
Who directed Brute Force?▼
Brute Force was directed by Jules Dassin and released in 1947. It is a crime, drama, thriller film.
How long is Brute Force?▼
Brute Force has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
Who stars in Brute Force?▼
The cast of Brute Force includes Burt Lancaster as Joe Collins, Hume Cronyn as Capt. Munsey, Charles Bickford as Gallagher, Yvonne De Carlo as Gina Ferrara, Ann Blyth as Ruth and more.
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