The Raid (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1954, The Raid is a war and western film directed by Hugo Fregonese, running about 83 minutes. “The suspense thriller of the year !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A group of confederate prisoners escape to Canada and plan to rob the banks and set fire to the small town of Saint Albans in Vermont. To get the lie of the land, their leader spends a few days in the town and finds he is getting drawn into its life and especially into that of an attractive widow and her son.
Who’s in it. The Raid stars Van Heflin as Maj. Neal Benton, Anne Bancroft as Katy Bishop, Richard Boone as Capt. Lionel Foster and Lee Marvin as Lt. Keating, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Raid 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 Raid page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Raid tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Raid (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Raid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Raid worth watching?
- The Raid holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Raid?
- The Raid stars Van Heflin, Anne Bancroft, Richard Boone, Lee Marvin and Tommy Rettig.
- When was The Raid released?
- The Raid was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.