Ministry of Fear(1944)
“Thrilling drama of the Invisible Network of Terror!”
Overview
Stephen Neale is released into WWII England after two years in an asylum, but it doesn't seem so sane outside either. On his way back to London to rejoin civilization, he stumbles across a murderous spy ring and doesn't quite know to whom to turn.
Director
Fritz Lang
Studio
Paramount Pictures
Cast
Ray Milland
as Stephen Neale
Marjorie Reynolds
as Carla Hilfe
Carl Esmond
as Willi Hilfe
Hillary Brooke
as Mrs. Bellane #2
Percy Waram
as Inspector Prentice
Dan Duryea
as Cost/Travers the Tailor
Alan Napier
as Dr. JM Forrester
Erskine Sanford
as George Rennit
Harry Allen
as Tailor's Delivery Man (uncredited)
Frank Baker
as Scotland Yard Man (uncredited)
Vangie Beilby
as Old Lady at Charity Bazaar (uncredited)
Wilson Benge
as Air Raid Warden (uncredited)
Where to Watch
Availability may vary by region. Some links are affiliate links — we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Movie Facts
Release Year
1944
Runtime
1h 26m
Language
English
Rating
6.9 / 10
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures
You Might Also Like
Thriller / Drama
The Quiller Memorandum
1966
Thriller / Drama
The Falcon and the Snowman
1985
Action / Thriller
Indemnity
2022
Thriller / Mystery
The Deadly Affair
1967
Crime / Mystery
The Blue Gardenia
1953
Mystery / Crime
Sherlock Holmes Faces Death
1943
Crime / Drama
Brute Force
1947
Thriller / Romance
Notorious
1946
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Ministry of Fear?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Ministry of Fear (1944).
What is Ministry of Fear about?▼
Stephen Neale is released into WWII England after two years in an asylum, but it doesn't seem so sane outside either. On his way back to London to rejoin civilization, he stumbles across a murderous spy ring and doesn't quite know to whom to turn.
Who directed Ministry of Fear?▼
Ministry of Fear was directed by Fritz Lang and released in 1944. It is a crime, mystery, thriller film.
How long is Ministry of Fear?▼
Ministry of Fear has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
Who stars in Ministry of Fear?▼
The cast of Ministry of Fear includes Ray Milland as Stephen Neale, Marjorie Reynolds as Carla Hilfe, Carl Esmond as Willi Hilfe, Hillary Brooke as Mrs. Bellane #2, Percy Waram as Inspector Prentice and more.
Explore More by Genre
Need a recommendation?
Tell us your mood and we'll pick the perfect movie for you.