Touch of Evil (1958)

Cast

• Charlton Heston - Ramon Miguel Vargas
• Janet Leigh - Susan 'Susie' Vargas
• Orson Welles - Police Captain Hank Quinlan
• Joseph Calleia - Police Sergeant Pete Menzies
• Akim Tamiroff - 'Uncle' Joe Grandi
• Joanna Moore - Marcia Linnekar
• Ray Collins - District Attorney Adair
• Dennis Weaver - Mirador Motel Night Manager
• Valentin de Vargas - Pancho
• Mort Mills - Al Schwartz - District Attorney's Assistant

Screenplay

• Whit Masterson (Novel)
• Orson Welles (Screenplay)

Themes

Gripping Violent Crime, Serial Murder Clue Hunt

Keywords

hotel, gangster, brothel, border, investigation, honeymoon, usa–mexico border, car bomb, film noir, black and white

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Touch of Evil about?

A border-town bombing draws Mexican investigator Miguel Vargas into a corruption-ridden police investigation led by crooked captain Hank Quinlan, setting off a deadly struggle over power, justice, and truth.

Who directed Touch of Evil?

Touch of Evil was directed by Orson Welles.

Who stars in Touch of Evil?

Touch of Evil stars Charlton Heston, Janet Leigh, Orson Welles, Joseph Calleia, Akim Tamiroff, Joanna Moore.

How long is Touch of Evil?

Touch of Evil has a runtime of 1h 51m (111 minutes).

What genre is Touch of Evil?

Touch of Evil is a Crime, Thriller film.

What is the budget of Touch of Evil?

Touch of Evil had a budget of $829,000.

How much did Touch of Evil gross?

Touch of Evil grossed $2M worldwide.

Where was Touch of Evil produced?

Touch of Evil was produced in United States of America.

What are the themes of Touch of Evil?

The themes of Touch of Evil include: Gripping Violent Crime, Serial Murder Clue Hunt.