Mystery Junction (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5.6

Released in 1951, Mystery Junction is a drama and crime film directed by Michael McCarthy, running about 65 minutes.
What it’s about. In this crime drama, an escaped convict is recaptured and charged with killing two people in a lonely waystation during a snowstorm. Fortunately, a novelist is around to prove him innocent.
Who’s in it. Mystery Junction stars Sydney Tafler as Larry Gordon, Barbara Murray as Pat Dawn, Patricia Owens as Mabel Dawn (as Pat Owens) and Martin Benson as Steve Harding, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Mystery Junction has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mystery Junction page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mystery Junction tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mystery Junction (1951)?
- In GB, Mystery Junction is available to rent or buy from BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Mystery Junction worth watching?
- Mystery Junction holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mystery Junction?
- Mystery Junction stars Sydney Tafler, Barbara Murray, Patricia Owens, Martin Benson and Christine Silver.