Suddenly(1954)
“A cold-blooded thriller!”
Overview
The tranquility of a small town is marred only by sheriff Tod Shaw's unsuccessful courtship of widow Ellen Benson, a pacifist who can't abide guns and those who use them. But violence descends on Ellen's household willy-nilly when the U.S. President passes through town... and slightly psycho hired assassin John Baron finds the Benson home ideal for an ambush.
Director
Lewis Allen
Studio
Libra Productions Inc.
Cast
Frank Sinatra
as John Baron
Sterling Hayden
as Sheriff Tod Shaw
James Gleason
as Peter 'Pop' Benson
Nancy Gates
as Ellen Benson
Kim Charney
as Peter 'Pidge' Benson III
Willis Bouchey
as Secret Service Detail Chief Dan Carney
Paul Frees
as Benny Conklin
Christopher Dark
as Bart Wheeler
James O'Hara
as Jud Hobson
Kem Dibbs
as Wilson
Charles Smith
as Bebop
Paul Wexler
as Slim Adams
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1954
Runtime
1h 17m
Language
English
Rating
6.4 / 10
Production Companies
Libra Productions Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Suddenly?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Suddenly (1954).
What is Suddenly about?▼
The tranquility of a small town is marred only by sheriff Tod Shaw's unsuccessful courtship of widow Ellen Benson, a pacifist who can't abide guns and those who use them. But violence descends on Ellen's household willy-nilly when the U.S. President passes through town... and slightly psycho hired assassin John Baron finds the Benson home ideal for an ambush.
Who directed Suddenly?▼
Suddenly was directed by Lewis Allen and released in 1954. It is a crime, thriller film.
How long is Suddenly?▼
Suddenly has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
Who stars in Suddenly?▼
The cast of Suddenly includes Frank Sinatra as John Baron, Sterling Hayden as Sheriff Tod Shaw, James Gleason as Peter 'Pop' Benson, Nancy Gates as Ellen Benson, Kim Charney as Peter 'Pidge' Benson III and more.
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