The Spiral Staircase
Conflicts that freeze your emotions! Suspense that takes your breath!
1946 · 1h 23m · Approved
Drama, Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Directed by
Robert Siodmak
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The Spiral Staircase
Overview
On a stormy night, the mute servant to an ailing matriarch is stalked by a serial killer.
Director and cast
- Robert Siodmak Director
- Dorothy McGuire as Helen Capel
- George Brent as Professor Warren
- Ethel Barrymore as Mrs. Warren
- Kent Smith as Dr. Parry
- Rhonda Fleming as Blanche
- Gordon Oliver as Steve Warren
- Elsa Lanchester as Mrs. Oates
- Sara Allgood as Nurse Barker
- Rhys Williams as Mr. Oates
- James Bell Cast
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