Desperate Moment (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film
Released in 1953, Desperate Moment is a thriller film directed by Compton Bennett, running about 88 minutes. “TERROR races through the streets of BERLIN!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Story of a Dutchman's flight across post-war Germany trying to locate the man who alone can clear him of a false murder charge. (BFI Website)
Who’s in it. Desperate Moment stars Dirk Bogarde as Simon Van Halder, Mai Zetterling as Anna DeBurg, Philip Friend as Capt. Bob Sawyer and Albert Lieven as Paul Ravitch, alias Schleger, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Desperate Moment page.
If you liked it. Fans of Desperate Moment tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Desperate Moment (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Desperate Moment change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Desperate Moment?
- Desperate Moment stars Dirk Bogarde, Mai Zetterling, Philip Friend, Albert Lieven and Fritz Wendhausen.
- When was Desperate Moment released?
- Desperate Moment was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.