The Desperate Hours

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Writers: Joseph Hayes

Overview

Show Information

Category
Play
Number of Acts
3
First Produced
1955
Genres
Cast Size
medium
Casting Notes
Mostly male cast

Synopsis

The Desperate Hours is the story of a home invaded by three escaped criminals and of civilized people being driven to violence. The Hilliards are a typical family living on the outskirts of Indianapolis. Suddenly, their pleasant home becomes a jungle full of cunning and violence.

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