Violent Playground (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1958, Violent Playground is a drama and crime film directed by Basil Dearden, running about 108 minutes. “EVERY CITY HAS ITS DANGEROUS YOUTH. Stark, explosive drama - as the camera lays bare the heart of a big city and probe the secrets of its Violent Playground.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Liverpool juvenile liaison officer struggles with a young and dangerous pyromaniac.
Who’s in it. Violent Playground stars Stanley Baker as Detective Sergeant Jack Truman, Anne Heywood as Cathie Murphy, David McCallum as Johnnie Murphy and Peter Cushing as Father Laidlaw, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Violent Playground has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Violent Playground page.
If you liked it. Fans of Violent Playground tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Violent Playground (1958)?
- In US, Violent Playground is available to stream on YouTube TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Violent Playground worth watching?
- Violent Playground holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Violent Playground?
- Violent Playground stars Stanley Baker, Anne Heywood, David McCallum, Peter Cushing and John Slater.
- When was Violent Playground released?
- Violent Playground was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.