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Woman on the Run

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1950 | 77 min | Thriller, Crime, Mystery

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (88% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had soft box office and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for crime fans and anyone who likes to be kept guessing. If you loved Vertigo or Insomnia, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Tense, gritty.
The pace
Fast-moving, at 1 hr 17 min.
What might put you off
  • Made in 1950: an older pace and style.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

Frank Johnson, a sole witness to a gangland murder, goes into hiding and is trailed by Police Inspector Ferris, on the theory that Frank is trying to escape from possible retaliation. Frank's wife, Eleanor, suspects he is actually running away from their unsuccessful marriage. Aided by a newspaperman, Danny Leggett, Eleanor sets out to locate her husband. The killer is also looking for him, and keeps close tabs on Eleanor.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    88% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.8 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerBelow par

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 17K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Norman Foster

  • Ann SheridanEleanor Johnson
  • Dennis O'KeefeDan Legget
  • Robert KeithInspector Martin Ferris
  • John QualenMaibus
  • Frank JenksDetective Homer Shaw
  • Ross ElliottFrank Johnson
  • Jane LiddellMessenger Girl
  • Joan ShawleeBlonde
  • J. Farrell MacDonaldCap, the Retired Ferryboat Captain
  • Steven GerayDr. Arnold Hohler