Danger Zone (1951) Crime/Noir | Hugh Beaumont, Edward Brophy

When you deal with dames, you are in the Danger Zone, as the character of crime detector Dennis O'Brien (Hugh Beaumont) learns in his inaugural mystery-drama. The private eye first cracks a case involving a smuggling ring, then tackles an assignment that involves blackmail, murder and film noir's top bad guy, Tom Neal.

Director: William Berke
Stars: Hugh Beaumont, Edward Brophy, Richard Travis, Virginia Dale, Ralph Sanford

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[dannywoody]

Absolutely incredible witty dialogue from the 50s love these Noir movies

[cimerti]

Who knew Hugh Beaumonts best roles are all these great film noirs!

[nephewbob]

I'm glad Hugh Beaumont gave up the thug life, moved to Mayfield, became an advertising exec, married June and raised 2 wonderful, if sometimes troubling, boys. It just goes to show you if you work hard, you can succeed.

[elliebellie]

"She was warm but she wasn't exactly sending up smoke signals, ya know what I mean"? My new favorite movie line ever!

[kayeninetwo]

I'm fourteen minutes into this and loving it! Ward sure led an interesting life before he married June. :D

[vleldaddio]

Hugh Beaumont was just Not given areal chance but when given an opportunity came through with Solid Performances 👍👏🙌

[jimcrawford]

"Yes sir, this town really has some good points"

That could put out an eye

[achord]

Hugh Beaumont from leave it to beaver, plays a flat foot. Loved it

[scarygary-qqpj]

25:22 "I'm about to get an idea myself."
"Does it hurt?"🤣😂😅😆😄

[DavidRice]

"Mr. Cleaver" makes a pretty cool detective! I love Brophy in all his films.

[GrumblingGrognard]

Beaumont was a lay minister in the Methodist Church. During World War II, he was a conscientious objector and served as a medic.

[marciakipp]

Hugh Beaumont had one of those unique "voices" !....

[janeevapauck]

I’m going to rewatch simply to write down all those corny one-liners. Thank you so much for sharing.

[mr]

Beaumont makes for a fantastic private eye.

[dennisharvey]

I have always had great respect for Mr Beaumont. He just seemed to be a downright nice guy!

Best moment 25:55 on. Hugh trying to do a slick move with the telephone and failing. Director said looks good to me, no retake!

[tpe]

Hugh Beaumont is the only really good actor in this film.
Still enjoyed it. Thanks

[shelleynobleart]

I liked, "made as much of a stir as mother's day in an orphanage."

[buffalopatriot]

Edward Brophy as the erudite professor is hilarious and perfectly cast.

[CissyBrazil]

The funny witty quips just keeping coming!