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Clash by Night (1952)

★ 7.0Approved105 minDirector: Fritz Lang

1952 film

Clash by Night is a 1952 American film noir drama directed by Fritz Lang and starring Barbara Stanwyck, Paul Douglas, Robert Ryan, Marilyn Monroe and Keith Andes. The film is based on the 1941 play by Clifford Odets, adapted for the screen by writer Alfred Hayes. It is the first major film to credit Monroe before the title, albeit with fourth billing.

During the shooting, the now-famous nude calendar photos of Monroe surfaced and reporters swarmed around and hounded the actress, creating considerable distraction for the filmmakers.

Plot summary adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

FAQ

What is Clash by Night about?
Clash by Night (1952) — The bitter and cynical Mae Doyle returns to the fishing village where she was raised after deceptive loves and life in New York. She meets her brother, the fisherman Joe Doyle, and he lodges her in his home. Mae is courted by Jerry D'Amato, a good and naive man that owns the boat
Is Clash by Night based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is Clash by Night scary?
Content rating: Approved. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.