Touch of Evil
A border-town bombing draws Mexican investigator Miguel Vargas into a corruption-ridden police investigation led by crooked captain Hank Quinlan, setting off a deadly struggle over power, justice, and truth.
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Streaming now in the United States on Plex and Tubi TV.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Original 1958 Trailer
Masters of Cinema UHD Blu-ray Trailer
BFI Re-release Trailer
"The shoe-box was empty"
"There isn't any shade on the window"
Masters of Cinema 4K UHD Blu-ray Unboxing
Everything 'Touch of Evil' Tells You in Its Opening 4 Minutes | Film 101
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Frequently asked questions about Touch of Evil
Where can I watch Touch of Evil in the United States?
Touch of Evil is available to stream on Plex and Tubi TV 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 Touch of Evil for free?
Touch of Evil streams free with ads in the United States on Plex and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Touch of Evil?
Touch of Evil scores 7.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Touch of Evil?
Touch of Evil stars Charlton Heston, Janet Leigh, Orson Welles, Joseph Calleia, and Akim Tamiroff. Orson Welles is the director.
How long is Touch of Evil?
Touch of Evil runs 1h 51m (111 minutes).
When did Touch of Evil come out?
Touch of Evil was released on March 30, 1958.
Which studio made Touch of Evil?
Touch of Evil was produced by Universal International Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Touch of Evil?
Touch of Evil was made on a budget of $829,000.
How much did Touch of Evil make at the box office?
Touch of Evil grossed $2,247,500 worldwide, against a budget of $829,000.
What languages is Touch of Evil in?
Touch of Evil is in English and Spanish, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.