The Asphalt Jungle (1950)
Kernel Score: 84% · 529 ratings
Genres: Crime, Drama
Released: 1950-05-12
Runtime: 112 minutes
Where to watch The Asphalt Jungle
- Stream: TCM
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Recently paroled from prison, legendary burglar "Doc" Riedenschneider, with funding from Alonzo Emmerich, a crooked lawyer, gathers a small group of veteran criminals together in the Midwest for a big jewel heist.
The Asphalt Jungle parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that this classic film noir follows a group of criminals planning a jewel heist.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Criminal activity and a heist plot include tension and some violence typical of 1950s film noir, not graphic.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Sterling Hayden as Dix Handley
- Louis Calhern as Alonzo D. Emmerich
- Sam Jaffe as Doc Erwin Riedenschneider
- Jean Hagen as Doll Conovan
- James Whitmore as Gus Minissi
- John McIntire as Police Commissioner Hardy
- Marc Lawrence as Cobby
- Barry Kelley as Lt. Ditrich
- Anthony Caruso as Louis Ciavelli
- Marilyn Monroe as Angela Phinlay
The Asphalt Jungle FAQ
Is The Asphalt Jungle good?
The Asphalt Jungle has an 84% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 529 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Asphalt Jungle?
In the US you can stream The Asphalt Jungle on TCM and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Asphalt Jungle OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that this classic film noir follows a group of criminals planning a jewel heist.
What movies are like The Asphalt Jungle?
If you liked The Asphalt Jungle, try The Night of the Hunter, Pickup on South Street, High Sierra and Brute Force.