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The Asphalt Jungle

1950 · 1h 53m · Released

Crime, Drama

Recently paroled from prison, legendary burglar "Doc" Riedenschneider, with funding from Alonzo Emmerich, a crooked lawyer, gathers a small group of veteran criminals together in the Midwest for a big jewel heist.

Read the book by W.R. Burnett

Ratings

Based on audience scores
7.5 The Movie Database
7.8 IMDb
87% Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream The Asphalt Jungle

Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

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Trailers and promos

Trailer
The Asphalt Jungle (1950) Official Trailer - Marilyn Monroe, Sterling Hayden Movie HD

Top cast and crew

John Huston Director
Sterling Hayden Dix Handley
Louis Calhern Alonzo D. Emmerich
Jean Hagen Doll Conovan
James Whitmore Gus Minissi
Sam Jaffe Doc Erwin Riedenschneider
John McIntire Police Commissioner Hardy
Marc Lawrence Cobby
Barry Kelley Lieutenant Ditrich
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Frequently asked questions about The Asphalt Jungle

Where can I watch The Asphalt Jungle in the United States?

The Asphalt Jungle is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

What are the ratings for The Asphalt Jungle?

The Asphalt Jungle scores 7.5 on The Movie Database, 7.8 on IMDb, and 87% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Who stars in The Asphalt Jungle?

The Asphalt Jungle stars Sterling Hayden, Louis Calhern, Jean Hagen, James Whitmore, and Sam Jaffe. John Huston is the director.

How long is The Asphalt Jungle?

The Asphalt Jungle runs 1h 53m (113 minutes).

When did The Asphalt Jungle come out?

The Asphalt Jungle was released on May 12, 1950.

Which studio made The Asphalt Jungle?

The Asphalt Jungle was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer in the United States.

What was the budget for The Asphalt Jungle?

The Asphalt Jungle was made on a budget of $1,232,000.

What languages is The Asphalt Jungle in?

The Asphalt Jungle is in German and English, 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.

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