


The Hitch-Hiker at a glance
The Hitch-Hiker is a 1953 thriller and crime film, running 1h 11m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: NR in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Bloodstream.
Rated NR in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1953-03-30
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Genres
- Thriller, Crime, Drama
- Director
- Ida Lupino
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.8 / 10 · 215 votes
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Availability
Where to watch in the United Kingdom
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Synopsis
Feature filmRoy and Gilbert's fishing trip takes a terrifying turn when the hitchhiker they pick up turns out to be a sociopath on the run from the law. He's killed before, and he lets the two know that as soon as they're no longer useful, he'll kill again. The two friends plot an escape, but the hitchhiker's peculiar physical affliction, an eye that never closes even when he sleeps, makes it impossible for them to tell when they can make a break for it.
Cast
14 names
Edmond O'BrienRoy Collins
Frank LovejoyGilbert Bowen
William TalmanEmmett Myers
José TorvayCaptain Alvarado
Sam HayesRadio Broadcaster
Wendell NilesWendell Niles
Jean Del ValInspector General
Clark HowatGovernment Agent
Natividad VacíoJoseQuestions about The Hitch-Hiker
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Hitch-Hiker in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Hitch-Hiker is listed on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Bloodstream, Artiflix, Brew. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Hitch-Hiker suitable for children?
The Hitch-Hiker is rated NR in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is The Hitch-Hiker on PelisPlus UK?
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What is The Hitch-Hiker about?
Roy and Gilbert's fishing trip takes a terrifying turn when the hitchhiker they pick up turns out to be a sociopath on the run from the law. He's killed before, and he lets the two know that as soon as they're no longer useful, he'll kill again. The two friends plot an escape, but the hitchhiker's peculiar physical…
How long is The Hitch-Hiker?
The Hitch-Hiker runs for 1h 11m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Hitch-Hiker trailer?
Yes. Press Watch trailer to play Ida Lupino at 100 – Official Trailer without leaving this page. The trailer is embedded from YouTube.
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