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Ace in the Hole (1951)

โ€œRough, tough Chuck Tatum, who battered his way to the top... trampling everything in his path - men, women and morals !โ€

7.9/10 ยท 781 votes 1h 52m nr Drama

#1 of 7 films from 1951 #264 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Billy Wilder ยท Written by Billy Wilder, Walter Newman, Lesser Samuels

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Overview

An arrogant reporter exploits a story about a man trapped in a cave to revitalize his career.

Cast

Kirk Douglasas Charles Tatum
Jan Sterlingas Lorraine
Robert Arthuras Herbie Cook
Porter Hallas Jacob Q. Boot
Frank Cadyas Mr. Federber
Richard Benedictas Leo Minosa
Ray Tealas Sheriff
Lewis Martinas McCardle
John Berkesas Papa Minosa
Frances Dominguezas Mama Minosa
Gene Evansas Deputy Sheriff
Frank Jaquetas Smollett
Harry Harveyas Dr. Hilton
Bob Bumpasas Radio Announcer

Facts

Release dateJune 29, 1951
Runtime112 min (1h 52m) โ€” longer as the 1951 average of 100 min
GenresDrama
LanguageEN
Budget$1,821,052
Box office$1,300,000 (0.7ร— budget)
IMDbtt0043338

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Questions

How long is Ace in the Hole?
Ace in the Hole runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Is Ace in the Hole worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.9/10 across 781 votes, which places it #1 of 7 films released in 1951 in this index (top 100%) and #264 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Ace in the Hole?
Ace in the Hole was directed by Billy Wilder. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Sunset Boulevard (1950), The Apartment (1960), Witness for the Prosecution (1957).
Who stars in Ace in the Hole?
Kirk Douglas as Charles Tatum; Jan Sterling as Lorraine; Robert Arthur as Herbie Cook; Porter Hall as Jacob Q. Boot; Frank Cady as Mr. Federber; Richard Benedict as Leo Minosa.
What is Ace in the Hole rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Ace in the Hole?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/23938.

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