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1959 · Movie · 1h 43m · Approved

Compulsion

CriticsCritics: 95
AudienceAudience: 7.5

Two privileged young men believe their intelligence puts them above ordinary morality and plan a seemingly flawless murder. When a piece of evidence is accidentally left behind, their scheme begins to unravel, leading to an intense investigation and courtroom battle over justice, responsibility, and the death penalty.

My take

You’ll like this if you enjoy morally charged crime dramas, psychological tension, and courtroom speeches; Not for you if you prefer fast pacing, detailed crime scenes, or understated performances like The Narrow Margin.

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Cast

Bradford DillmanDean StockwellOrson WellesE.G. MarshallDiane VarsiMartin MilnerRichard AndersonRobert F. Simon

Director

Richard Fleischer

If tonight is a Compulsion night…

…these live in the same corner of my head.

Want one picked out for tonight?

Tell me what kind of night it is — I'll do the rest.