In 1946 French critics, seeing the American films they had missed during the war, noticed the new mood of cynicism, pessimism and darkness which had crept into American cinema. The darkening stain was most evident in routine crime thrillers, but was also apparent in prestigious melodramas.

—Paul Schrader, Notes on Film Noir

Film Noir Watch is an up-to-date listing of film noir as broadcast on television channels TCM and Movies! Streaming options are included when available.

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