The Desperate Hours
Escaped convicts terrorize a suburban family they're holding hostage.
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Streaming now in the United States on fuboTV, MGM Plus, and Philo.
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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Frequently asked questions about The Desperate Hours
Where can I watch The Desperate Hours in the United States?
The Desperate Hours is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM Plus, and Philo 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 Desperate Hours for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Desperate Hours needs a subscription to fuboTV, MGM Plus, and Philo, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Desperate Hours?
The Desperate Hours scores 7.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Desperate Hours?
The Desperate Hours stars Humphrey Bogart, Fredric March, Arthur Kennedy, Martha Scott, and Dewey Martin. William Wyler is the director.
How long is The Desperate Hours?
The Desperate Hours runs 1h 52m (112 minutes).
When did The Desperate Hours come out?
The Desperate Hours was released on October 5, 1955.
Which studio made The Desperate Hours?
The Desperate Hours was produced by Paramount Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for The Desperate Hours?
The Desperate Hours was made on a budget of $2,300,000.
How much did The Desperate Hours make at the box office?
The Desperate Hours grossed $2,500,000 worldwide, against a budget of $2,300,000.
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.