The Vicious Breed (1954)
A lean, suspenseful Swedish crime drama in which a prison escape ignites a relentless manhunt across the Swedish countryside.
The Vicious Breed - Movie Information
The Vicious Breed - Plot
About a man hunt when a man escapes from the prison.
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The Vicious Breed - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Arne Ragneborn
Main Cast
- Arne Ragneborn
- Maj-Britt Lindholm
- Inga Gill
- Lars Ekborg
- Åke Grönberg
- Fritiof Billquist
- Sif Ruud
- Peter Lindgren
- Lars Burman
Writers
- Arne Ragneborn
The Vicious Breed - FAQs
What is The Vicious Breed about?
The Vicious Breed is a 1954 Swedish crime drama centered on a gripping manhunt that erupts after a man breaks out of prison. The film follows the pursuit across Sweden, building tension as authorities and others close in on the fugitive in a taut, suspense-driven narrative.
Where can you stream The Vicious Breed?
The Vicious Breed is available to stream on Cultpix and Film Movement Plus, both offering flat-rate subscription access. It is also available through the Film Movement Plus Amazon Channel, making it accessible to subscribers via multiple platforms.
Who directed The Vicious Breed?
The Vicious Breed was directed by Arne Ragneborn, who also wrote the screenplay and appeared in the film as the lead character 'Myggan' Strömholm. Ragneborn's multi-hyphenate role made him the creative driving force behind this 1954 Swedish production.
Who are the main actors in The Vicious Breed?
The principal cast includes Arne Ragneborn, Maj-Britt Lindholm, Inga Gill, Lars Ekborg, Åke Grönberg, Fritiof Billquist, Sif Ruud, Peter Lindgren, and Lars Burman. Lars Ekborg, known from Ingmar Bergman's Summer with Monika, is among the most recognizable names in the ensemble.
When was The Vicious Breed released?
The Vicious Breed was released on December 26, 1954, in Sweden. The film was produced during a particularly vibrant era of Swedish cinema, a period that also saw the early works of Ingmar Bergman gaining international recognition.
What language is The Vicious Breed in?
The Vicious Breed is entirely in Swedish, reflecting its origins as a domestic Swedish production. Viewers watching outside Sweden will typically need subtitles. The film's original Swedish title is Farlig frihet, which translates roughly to 'Dangerous Freedom.'
How long is The Vicious Breed?
The Vicious Breed has a runtime of 86 minutes, making it a compact and efficiently paced crime drama. Its relatively short running time suits the urgency of its manhunt premise, keeping the tension tight from beginning to end.
What are movies similar to The Vicious Breed?
Fans of The Vicious Breed may enjoy other crime and fugitive-themed films such as Gridlock'd (1997), Lilya 4-ever (2002), Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949), and Instinct (1999). These films share themes of pursuit, moral ambiguity, and characters caught between freedom and consequence.
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