The Street with No Name (1948): cast, story & where to watch

1948 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 1948, The Street with No Name is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by William Keighley, running about 91 minutes. “Counter Attack!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. After two gang-related killings in "Center City," a suspect (who was framed) is arrested, released on bail...and murdered. Inspector Briggs of the FBI recruits a young agent, Gene Cordell, to go undercover in the shadowy Skid Row area (alias George Manly) as a potential victim of the same racket. Soon, Gene meets Alec Stiles, neurotic mastermind who's "building an organization along scientific lines." Stiles recruits Cordell, whose job becomes a lot more dangerous.

Who’s in it. The Street with No Name stars Mark Stevens as Gene Cordell / George Manly, Richard Widmark as Alec Stiles, Lloyd Nolan as Inspector George A. Briggs and Barbara Lawrence as Judy Stiles, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Street with No Name has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Street with No Name page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Street with No Name tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Street with No Name (1948)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Street with No Name change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Street with No Name worth watching?
The Street with No Name holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Street with No Name?
The Street with No Name stars Mark Stevens, Richard Widmark, Lloyd Nolan, Barbara Lawrence and Ed Begley.
When was The Street with No Name released?
The Street with No Name was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.