The Come On (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1956, The Come On is a drama and crime film directed by Russell Birdwell, running about 83 minutes. “The frank story of a woman who knew every temptation!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A con woman tries to swindle her partner-in-crime husband with the help of one of her former marks. But is she to be trusted?
Who’s in it. The Come On stars Anne Baxter as Rita, Sterling Hayden as Dave Arnold, John Hoyt as Harold King, alias Harley Kendrick and Jesse White as J.J. McGonigle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Come On has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Come On page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Come On tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Come On (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Come On change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Come On worth watching?
- The Come On holds an audience score of 5.2 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 The Come On?
- The Come On stars Anne Baxter, Sterling Hayden, John Hoyt, Jesse White and Wally Cassell.
- When was The Come On released?
- The Come On was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.