Forbidden (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1953, Forbidden is a thriller, drama, crime and romance film directed by Rudolph Maté, running about 85 minutes. “Only her kind of woman could give him his kind of love” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Eddie Darrow, seeking a mobster's widow in Macao, gets involved in a casino owner's affairs.
Who’s in it. Forbidden stars Tony Curtis as Eddie Darrow, Joanne Dru as Christine Lawrence Manard, Lyle Bettger as Justin Keit and Marvin Miller as Cliff Chalmer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Forbidden 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 Forbidden page.
If you liked it. Fans of Forbidden tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Forbidden (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Forbidden change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Forbidden worth watching?
- Forbidden holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Forbidden?
- Forbidden stars Tony Curtis, Joanne Dru, Lyle Bettger, Marvin Miller and Victor Sen Yung.
- When was Forbidden released?
- Forbidden was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.