Breakaway is a 1955 British second feature ('B')[1] thriller film directed by Henry Cass and starring Tom Conway, Michael Balfour and Honor Blackman.

[4] A private eye is hot on the tail of a stolen secret formula and a kidnapped young woman.

The Monthly Film Bulletin wrote: "A rather confused thriller, with some familiar London locations and a number of car chases.

Tom Conway and Michael Balfour give reliable performances as the private detective and his moronic partner.

[5] Kine Weekly wrote: "Stoutly carpentered story, breezy light relief, pleasing romantic touches, hearty climax and quota ticket.