After 5 years in prison, ex-cop Steve Rollins is paroled and searches for the San Francisco mobsters who framed him for manslaughter.
The IMDb editors are anxiously awaiting these delayed 2020 movies. Check out what we'll be watching in 2021.
User Lists
Related lists from IMDb users
Share this Rating
Title: Hell on Frisco Bay (1955)
Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below.
Edit
Cast
| Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
| Alan Ladd | ... | Steve Rollins | |
| Edward G. Robinson | ... | Victor Amato | |
| Joanne Dru | ... | Marcia Rollins | |
| William Demarest | ... | Dan Bianco | |
| Paul Stewart | ... | Joe Lye | |
| Perry Lopez | ... | Mario Amato | |
| Fay Wray | ... | Kay Stanley | |
| Renata Vanni | ... | Anna Amato | |
| Nestor Paiva | ... | Louis Fiaschetti | |
| Stanley Adams | ... | Hammy | |
| Willis Bouchey | ... | Police Lt. Paul Neville | |
| Peter Hansen | ... | Detective Connors (as Peter Hanson) | |
| Anthony Caruso | ... | Sebastian Pasmonick | |
| Peter J. Votrian | ... | George Pasmonick (as Peter Votrian) | |
| George J. Lewis | ... | Father Larocca | |
Edit
Plot Summary
|
Plot Synopsis
See All (43) »
Storyline
When ex-cop Steve Rollins is released from San Quentin after five years, his only thoughts are of revenge on the men who framed him for manslaughter. Back in San Francisco, his quest for the truth brings him up against ruthless waterfront gang boss Victor Amato. Written by Ian Harries <ih@doc.ic.ac.uk>
Plot Keywords:
police corruption | ex convict | based on novel | gunfight | dysfunctional marriage |Taglines:
An ex-cop, a "sometimes" sweetheart, a gang-lord of the Golden Gate! The blistering story of a fall-guy who got up - just in time! See more »Parents Guide:
Add content advisory for parents »
Edit
Victor Amato: Why? You got something better to do?
Joe Lye: I didn't say so.
Victor Amato: That broken-down movie star waiting outside?
Joe Lye: She's retired, not broken-down.
Victor Amato: Sensitive about that tomato, ain't ya?
Joe Lye: Oh, Kay's alright.
Victor Amato: Good-looking?
Joe Lye: So-so.
Victor Amato: That where you were? Her apartment?
[...]
See more »
(1934) (uncredited)
Music and words Ray Noble
Sung by Joanne Dru in the nightclub (dubbed by Bonnie Lou Williams)
See more »
Did You Know?
Trivia
The interior police station set is the same one used for Rebel Without A Cause (1955) which was released 2 months earlier. See more »Quotes
Joe Lye: Think the old man will be getting here pretty soon?Victor Amato: Why? You got something better to do?
Joe Lye: I didn't say so.
Victor Amato: That broken-down movie star waiting outside?
Joe Lye: She's retired, not broken-down.
Victor Amato: Sensitive about that tomato, ain't ya?
Joe Lye: Oh, Kay's alright.
Victor Amato: Good-looking?
Joe Lye: So-so.
Victor Amato: That where you were? Her apartment?
[...]
See more »
Soundtracks
They Very Thought Of You(1934) (uncredited)
Music and words Ray Noble
Sung by Joanne Dru in the nightclub (dubbed by Bonnie Lou Williams)
See more »
Frequently Asked Questions
This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.
Edit
See full technical specs »
Details
Country:
USARelease Date:
28 January 1956 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
The Darkest Hour See more »Filming Locations:
Warner Brothers Burbank Studios - 4000 Warner Boulevard, Burbank, California, USA See more »Company Credits
Show more on
IMDbPro »
Edward G Robinson dismissed this one with a passing comment in his autobiography and it's not hard to see why. He exudes menace in the classic 'Little Caesar' manner and his interplay with the underrated Paul Stewart does have a touch of real quality. However, Cinemascope is not a process designed for urban thrillers and the wide open spaces rob the film of any sense of tension or claustrophobia. The greatest weakness, however, lies in Ladd's robotic performance. His boredom is evident throughout and the lacklustre supporting cast do little to help. In the end Robinson is left out on his own, gat in hand, the true professional giving it all he's got.