Impact (1949) is a gripping film noir directed by Arthur Lubin, starring Brian Donlevy, Ella Raines, and Charles Coburn.
The story follows Walter Williams, a wealthy businessman whose wife plots to have him murdered by her lover. After surviving the attempt, Walter is presumed dead and begins a new life in a small town. But when the truth comes out, he must face both the law and his treacherous wife. With its themes of betrayal, justice, and redemption, Impact is a classic example of post‑war noir storytelling.
Film Details
Title: Impact
Year: 1949
Genre: Film Noir / Crime Thriller
Director: Arthur Lubin
Starring:
Brian Donlevy as Walter Williams
Ella Raines as Marsha Peters
Charles Coburn as Lt. Quincy
Helen Walker as Irene Williams
Runtime: Approx. 111 minutes
Studio: Cardinal Pictures
Distributor: United Artists
Country: United States
Format: Black‑and‑white
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