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The Long Wait

5.919541h 34mNRMovieCrimeDrama

Soon after thumbing a ride from a truck driver, Johnny McBride is badly burned and suffers from complete amnesia when the vehicle he’s riding in blows a tire and goes over an embankment in a fiery blaze. McBride later receives a tip from…

DirectorVictor Saville
WritersAlan Green·Lesser Samuels
ProducerLesser Samuels

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Not available in United States
Streaming in 3 other countries

The Long Wait isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Guernsey, Ireland, United Kingdom. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Victor Saville

AQAnthony Quinn
Anthony Quinn
Johnny McBride
CCCharles Coburn
Charles Coburn
Gardiner
GEGene Evans
Gene Evans
Servo
PCPeggie Castle
Peggie Castle
Venus
MKMary Ellen Kay
Mary Ellen Kay
Wendy Miller
SPShirley Patterson
Shirley Patterson
Carol Shay (as Shawn Smith)
DDDolores Donlon
Dolores Donlon
Troy Avalon
BKBarry Kelley
Barry Kelley
Tucker
JMJames Millican
James Millican
Police Capt. Lindsay
BVBruno VeSota
Bruno VeSota
Eddie Packman
JAJay Adler
Jay Adler
Joe the Bellhop
JDJohn Damler
John Damler
Reporter Alan Logan

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The Long Wait — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Long Wait?

The Long Wait isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in United Kingdom, Guernsey and Ireland. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Long Wait on Netflix?

No, The Long Wait is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026.

Is The Long Wait on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Long Wait isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch The Long Wait for free?

The Long Wait isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Long Wait?

The Long Wait hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around July 14, 1954. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.