Wide Boy (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1952, Wide Boy is a drama and crime film directed by Ken Hughes, running about 67 minutes. “Her lust for men stopped at nothing...even MURDER!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Picking a pocket leads to blackmail and murder for a petty criminal in London.
Who’s in it. Wide Boy stars Sydney Tafler as Benny, Susan Shaw as Molly, Ronald Howard as Inspector Carson and Melissa Stribling as Caroline, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Wide Boy 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 Wide Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wide Boy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wide Boy (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wide Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wide Boy worth watching?
- Wide Boy holds an audience score of 6.2 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 Wide Boy?
- Wide Boy stars Sydney Tafler, Susan Shaw, Ronald Howard, Melissa Stribling and Colin Tapley.
- When was Wide Boy released?
- Wide Boy was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.