Between Midnight and Dawn 1950
"THE STORY OF PROWL CAR 13...BASED ON THE POLICE FILES OF A GREAT CITY!"
Gordon Douglas's gritty 1950 crime thriller *Between Midnight and Dawn* dives into the neon-lit underbelly of a big city, where two war-hardened cops patrol the night in a prowl car that becomes their second home.
Director: Gordon Douglas
Cast
Mark Stevens
Officer Rocky Barnes
Edmond O'Brien
Officer Dan Purvis
Gale Storm
Katharine 'Kate' Mallory
Donald Buka
Ritchie Garris
Gale Robbins
Terry Romaine
Anthony Ross
Police Lt. Masterson
Roland Winters
Leo Cusick
Tito Vuolo
Romano
Grazia Narciso
Mrs. Romano
Madge Blake
Mrs. Mallory
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Between Midnight and Dawn (1950) about?
*Between Midnight and Dawn* follows two war veterans turned night-shift cops, Rocky and Dan, as they navigate a city rife with crime and corruption. When their radio operator, Kate, becomes the target of a ruthless racketeer, the officers must balance their personal demons with the fight to protect her. The film blends high-stakes action with personal drama in a neon-drenched noir landscape.
Who directed Between Midnight and Dawn?
The film was directed by Gordon Douglas, a filmmaker known for his work in crime dramas and action films during the mid-20th century.
Who stars in Between Midnight and Dawn?
The film stars Mark Stevens, Edmond O'Brien, Gale Storm, Donald Buka, and Gale Robbins in key roles.
Is Between Midnight and Dawn (1950) worth watching?
*Between Midnight and Dawn* offers a solid slice of 1950s noir with engaging performances and a tight runtime. While it may not reach the heights of classic noir, its gritty atmosphere and fast-paced story make it a worthwhile watch for fans of crime dramas and vintage police thrillers. If you enjoy vintage crime films with a tense, atmospheric vibe, this one's worth streaming or downloading.
How long is Between Midnight and Dawn?
The runtime for *Between Midnight and Dawn* is 89 minutes.
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About Between Midnight and Dawn (1950) — A Gripping Night Patrol Through Crime and Danger
Gordon Douglas's gritty 1950 crime thriller *Between Midnight and Dawn* dives into the neon-lit underbelly of a big city, where two war-hardened cops patrol the night in a prowl car that becomes their second home. Mark Stevens and Edmond O'Brien bring a raw, contrasting energy to Rocky and Dan, two patrol officers whose moral compasses point in different directions—one sees shades of gray, the other only black and white. Their tense partnership is tested when their radio communicator, the captivating Kate Mallory (played by Gale Storm), becomes the target of a vengeful racketeer. As Ritchie Garris swears bloody retribution, the night shift turns deadly, forcing Rocky and Dan to confront their own limits and the price of justice in a city that never sleeps.
The film's dark, rain-slicked streets and shadowy alleyways set the stage for a cat-and-mouse chase where loyalty, fear, and the cost of duty collide. With its documentary-style authenticity and sharp dialogue, *Between Midnight and Dawn* captures the tension of a city on edge, where every flickering streetlamp could hide a threat—and every decision might be one's last.
