Man in the Shadow(1957)
“THIS WAS THE NIGHT WHEN THE LAW TURNED LAWLESS...to win back the justice a town had betrayed!”
Overview
In a modern cow town, the powerful ranch owner’s henchmen kill a ranch hand, prompting the sheriff to investigate despite facing strong opposition. He finds an unlikely ally in the rancher's overprotected daughter, but their quest for justice puts them both in danger.
Director
Jack Arnold
Studio
Universal International Pictures
Cast
Jeff Chandler
as Ben Sadler
Orson Welles
as Virgil Renchler
Colleen Miller
as Skippy Renchler
Ben Alexander
as Ab Begley
Barbara Lawrence
as Helen Sadler
John Larch
as Ed Yates
James Gleason
as Hank James
Royal Dano
as Aiken Clay
Paul Fix
as Herb Parker
Leo Gordon
as Chet Huneker
Martín Garralaga
as Jesus Cisneros
Mario Siletti
as Tony Santoro
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1957
Runtime
1h 20m
Language
English
Rating
6.8 / 10
Production Companies
Universal International Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Man in the Shadow?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Man in the Shadow (1957).
What is Man in the Shadow about?▼
In a modern cow town, the powerful ranch owner’s henchmen kill a ranch hand, prompting the sheriff to investigate despite facing strong opposition. He finds an unlikely ally in the rancher's overprotected daughter, but their quest for justice puts them both in danger.
Who directed Man in the Shadow?▼
Man in the Shadow was directed by Jack Arnold and released in 1957. It is a thriller, drama, western film.
How long is Man in the Shadow?▼
Man in the Shadow has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
Who stars in Man in the Shadow?▼
The cast of Man in the Shadow includes Jeff Chandler as Ben Sadler, Orson Welles as Virgil Renchler, Colleen Miller as Skippy Renchler, Ben Alexander as Ab Begley, Barbara Lawrence as Helen Sadler and more.
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