Selected as one of the top 50 American films of all time by the prestigious American Film Institute, and considered by many critics to be Hitchcock's greatest film, this fast-paced thriller stars Oscar-winner Cary Grant ("Notorious," "The Philadelphia Story") as a Madison Avenue advertising exec who is mistaken for someone else and kidnapped by a group of international spies, headed by James Mason ("A Star Is Born," "Lolita"). After a hair-raising escape, he is framed for a murder he didn't commit and goes on the run with the lovely Eva Marie Saint ("Superman Returns," "On the Waterfront"). Famous for a wild plane attack and a harrowing chase across the faces of Mount Rushmore, this is quintessential Hitchcock ("Psycho," "The Birds"). With Academy Award-winner Martin Landau ("Ed Wood," "The Majestic") as Mason's evil henchman, this film is the rare combination of action, suspense and humor.
Advertising man Roger Thornhill is mistaken for a spy, triggering a deadly cross-country chase.
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North by NorthwestNorth by Northwest predated the James Bond franchise and that's significant because it was one of the first great non-stop thrillers — non nonstop in the James Bond action way, but non stop in the sense that it moved, from location to location, which is a great part of the Bond films. Also unlike James Bond, the star of the film, Cary Grant, does not play a spy, he's just misidentified as one. And that fact sends him on the run form New York, where he is an advertising executive to Chicago and ultimately to the thrilling climax at Mount Rushmore. The movie came out in 1959, culminating director Alfred Hitchcock's finest decade, a period of time in which he also released Rear Window, To Catch a Thief (also with Grant), Strangers on a Train, and Vertigo, among others. North by Northwest was the antithesis of Rear Window, a movie that took place within a single apartment complex and courtyard. Hitchcock films of the 1950s were not without their range. As Roger Thornhill, Grant, is in constant motion to clear his name and confirm his identity. Again, not Daniel Craig constant motion, but you understand. Hitchock often utilized everyman type of characters in extraordinary circumstances. It works here, especially in the iconic scene in which Thornhill is pursued by a crop-duster..Score: 5/5
The Best Thriller Ever!If there is a person on this planet who doesn't like this movie, they need to be removed from the universe. Every aspect of this film is amazing! Cary Grant, Eva Marie Saint, Alfred Hitchcock and Ernest Lehman - put those people together and it has to be a classic (and it doesn't hurt to have the talents of James Mson and a young Martin Landau.) The movie really needs to be watched on the big screen though. Too bad they don't put it back in the theaters for a limited time..Score: 5/5
THE PERFECT MOVIECart Grant, sexy Eva Marie Saint, James Mason and Mount Rushmore. What more could you ask for? This is without a doubt THE Perfect movie. It has every thing a movie fan could ask for. I watch this movie every time it's shown on TCM and have never gotten tired of it. In fact, TCM should show it more often. If there is anybody out there who hasn't seen North by Northwest, I feel sorry for them. It just makes you smile and feel good. There's only a hand full of movies with perfect casts (Rebecca, Wuthering Heights, and Laura) just to name a few, and North by Northwest is one of them. If North by Northwest comes on and you are feeling down, see this movie. By the end of the movie, you'l feel better in no time!.Score: 5/5
Wow. Just...WowThis film has won the title of my favorite movie EVER! I loved every second of it! Alfred Hitchcock found an incredibly creative way to tell this storyline. Cary Grant was amazing (as always), along with every single one of the other actors. Each actor played their character so convincingly. Add that to fun twists and turns (I never thought the movie would end the way it did!), great settings, and exciting music, and you have one of the best films of all time. I just wish I could give this movie more than just five stars....Score: 5/5
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Does not downloadWon't download..Score: 1/5
I'm 25 and I love it!I'm a huge Hitchcock fan. I know he is usually a favorite of our parents and grandparents generations but in films it's true to say they don't make them like they use to. This film is considered Action & Adventure and for it's the most action packed film of it's day. However, by today's standards it wouldn't be.... meaning it actually has a story line and doesn't revolve around beautifully fake women and over the top explosions (thank you Michael Bay for ruining the movie going experience.) But it's truly a great film and if you like older movies you will enjoy this for sure!.Score: 5/5
Perfect MovieThe best one by far..Score: 5/5
North by NorthwestHitchcock did a great job on this film. This movie has everything, with a James Bond type vibe. The famous, Airplane scene by Hitchcock is included as well..Score: 5/5
Funniest alfred Hitchcock movie ever.Cary Grant has such great one-liners. Funny- thriller. I didn't think ii was possible..Score: 5/5
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Hitch at his best.And did you see Hitch running for the bus? One of his best with a few twists and turns..Score: 5/5
TerribleI know that old movies get a pass but this is ridiculous. Possibly the worst movie I have ever seen..Score: 1/5
DerwoodThis is on awesome movie. Highly Recommended. This is a fast paced Movie with lots of unexpected plot Twists and great acting. Ps-no gore!!.Score: 5/5
Someone said Hitchcock?It's like a great love, the heart beats fast, the head is light; the veins pulsate with the thrill of a lifetime. In many ways, it's the "2001" of action and adventure..Score: 5/5
Great (again)Must be third or fourth time I have seen this. Loved it.Score: 5/5
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