Night and the City 1950
"The inside story of London after dark."
Jules Dassin's *Night and the City (1950)* plunges into the shadowy underbelly of post-war London, where ambition and desperation collide in the most unexpected ways.
Director: Jules Dassin
Cast
Richard Widmark
Harry Fabian
Francis L. Sullivan
Philip Nosseross
Gene Tierney
Mary Bristol
Googie Withers
Helen Nosseross
Stanislaus Zbyszko
Gregorius
Herbert Lom
Kristo
Hugh Marlowe
Adam Dunn
Mike Mazurki
The Strangler
Charles Farrell
Mickey Beer
Ada Reeve
Molly
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Night and the City (1950) about?
*Night and the City* follows Harry Fabian, a small-time con artist in post-war London who's always one step ahead of disaster—until his schemes finally catch up with him. When his girlfriend, Mary, refuses to fund another of his get-rich-quick plans, Harry's desperate search for easy money leads him into a web of lies and violence that even he can't escape.
Who directed Night and the City?
The film was directed by Jules Dassin, a master of noir who brought a raw, gritty realism to *Night and the City*.
Who stars in Night and the City?
The film features Richard Widmark as the charismatic but reckless Harry Fabian, alongside Gene Tierney as his loyal girlfriend Mary, and Francis L. Sullivan as the formidable crime boss Gregorius.
Is Night and the City (1950) worth watching?
*Night and the City* is a gripping noir that thrives on its tense atmosphere and Widmark's magnetic performance. While it lacks a rating, its themes of ambition and downfall make it a compelling watch for fans of classic crime dramas.
How long is Night and the City?
The film runs for 95 minutes.
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About Night and the City (1950) — A noir thriller of ambition and downfall
Jules Dassin's *Night and the City (1950)* plunges into the shadowy underbelly of post-war London, where ambition and desperation collide in the most unexpected ways. Richard Widmark stars as Harry Fabian, a fast-talking hustler with a knack for trouble, who scours the neon-lit streets for his next big score. But Harry's relentless schemes finally push his long-suffering girlfriend, Mary (Gene Tierney), to her breaking point, setting the stage for a tale of greed, betrayal, and the high cost of chasing hollow dreams.
The film drips with noir atmosphere, capturing a city where danger lurks around every corner and no one is quite who they seem. Dassin's sharp direction contrasts the glittering allure of London's nightlife with its gritty reality, crafting a story that's as much about the city itself as it is about the flawed souls who inhabit it.
