The Spiral Staircase
Conflicts that freeze your emotions! Suspense that takes your breath!
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Release Date
1/26/1946Runtime
83 minsOverview
On a stormy night, the mute servant to an ailing matriarch is stalked by a serial killer.
Status
ReleasedOriginal Language
EnglishBudget
$750,000Revenue
$2,800,000Homepage
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A taut, atmospheric stalker film that traps you in a gothic mansion as danger closes in on a vulnerable woman who cannot call for help. This proto-slasher builds dread through isolation and vulnerability rather than bloodshed.
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Dorothy McGuire
Helen
George Brent
Professor Warren
Ethel Barrymore
Mrs. Warren
Kent Smith
Dr. Parry
Rhonda Fleming
Blanche
Gordon Oliver
Steve Warren
Elsa Lanchester
Mrs. Oates
Sara Allgood
Nurse Barker
Rhys Williams
Mr. Oates
James Bell
Constable
Erville Alderson
Dr. Harvey (uncredited)
Ellen Corby
Neighbour (uncredited)
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