Dial 999 (U.S title: The Way Out ) is a 1955 British 'B' movie[3] crime drama film directed and written by Montgomery Tully and starring Gene Nelson, Mona Freeman and John Bentley.

RKO Radio Pictures purchased the rights to distribute it in the United States, where it was released in cut form on 11 April 1956.

[citation needed] Greg Carradine tells his wife Terry that he has accidentally killed a man during a drunken fight.

The Monthly Film Bulletin wrote: "An uninspired and novelettish thriller, taken at such a slow pace that not even the final chase develops any real excitement.

"[5] Kine Weekly wrote: "There are a few inconsistencies In Its script, but most of the players are on their toes and vital teamwork leads to genuine heart throbs, plus ultimate tension. ...