The Desperate Hours (1967)
The Hilliards are a middle class family whose lives are put in danger when escaped convict Glenn Griffin invades their home. Griffin is crazed, tormenting the Hilliards with his meek brother Hank and sadistic Robish.
Director: Ted Kotcheff
Genre: Drama, Thriller, TV Movie
Runtime: 120 min
Release Date: December 13, 1967
Cast
- Michael Conrad - Sam Robish
- Arthur Hill - Dan Hilliard
- Yvette Mimieux - Cindy Hilliard
- Barry Primus - Hank Griffin
- George Segal - Glenn Griffin
- Dolph Sweet - Jesse Bard
- Ralph Waite - Lt. Fredericks
- Teresa Wright - Eleanor Hilliard
- Michael Kearney - Ralphie Hilliard
- Graham Jarvis
Screenplay
- Clive Exton (Teleplay)
- Joseph Hayes (Original Story)
Production: Talent Associates
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
home invasion
More Films by Director: Ted Kotcheff
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Desperate Hours about?
- The Hilliards are a middle class family whose lives are put in danger when escaped convict Glenn Griffin invades their home. Griffin is crazed, tormenting the Hilliards with his meek brother Hank and sadistic Robish.
- Who directed The Desperate Hours?
- The Desperate Hours was directed by Ted Kotcheff.
- Who stars in The Desperate Hours?
- The Desperate Hours stars Michael Conrad, Arthur Hill, Yvette Mimieux, Barry Primus, George Segal, Dolph Sweet.
- How long is The Desperate Hours?
- The Desperate Hours has a runtime of 2h 0m (120 minutes).
- What genre is The Desperate Hours?
- The Desperate Hours is a Drama, Thriller, TV Movie film.