The Third Man
In postwar Vienna, Austria, Holly Martins, a writer of pulp Westerns, arrives penniless as a guest of his childhood chum Harry Lime, only to learn he has died. Martins develops a conspiracy theory after learning of a "third man" present at the time of Harry's death, running into interference from British officer Major Calloway, and falling head-over-heels for Harry's grief-stricken lover, Anna.
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Frequently asked questions about The Third Man
Where can I watch The Third Man in the United States?
The Third Man is available to stream on IndieFlix, Cineverse, BFI Player Amazon Channel, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel, Artiflix, and Kanopy in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Third Man for free?
The Third Man streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Fawesome, Plex, and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Third Man?
The Third Man scores 7.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Third Man?
The Third Man stars Joseph Cotten, Alida Valli, Trevor Howard, Orson Welles, and Paul Hörbiger. Carol Reed is the director.
How long is The Third Man?
The Third Man runs 1h 45m (105 minutes).
When did The Third Man come out?
The Third Man was released on August 31, 1949.
Which studio made The Third Man?
The Third Man was produced by London Films Productions in the United Kingdom.
How much did The Third Man make at the box office?
The Third Man grossed $1,226,098 worldwide.
What languages is The Third Man in?
The Third Man is in English, Russian, and German, and its original language is English.
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