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Time Lock (1957): cast, story & where to watch

1957 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 1957, Time Lock is a thriller film directed by Gerald Thomas, running about 73 minutes.

What it’s about. A boy is accidentally locked in a bank vault. With less than 10 hours of oxygen left in the vault, it becomes a race to save the boy.

Who’s in it. Time Lock stars Robert Beatty as Pete Dawson, Lee Patterson as Colin Walker, Betty McDowall as Lucille Walker and Vincent Winter as The Boy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Time Lock has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Time Lock page.

If you liked it. Fans of Time Lock tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Time Lock (1957)?
In US, Time Lock is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Time Lock worth watching?
Time Lock holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Time Lock?
Time Lock stars Robert Beatty, Lee Patterson, Betty McDowall, Vincent Winter and Robert Ayres.
When was Time Lock released?
Time Lock was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.