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The Case of the Frightened Lady

The Case of the Frightened Lady

19406.31h 21m

Overview

A classic British thriller set in a sinister old house, based on a story by Edgar Wallace.

Directed by George King
Written by Robert Stevenson, Edward Dryhurst, Edgar Wallace
Produced by S.W. Smith
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Top Cast

Marius Goring

Marius Goring

Willie, Lord Lebanon

Helen Haye

Helen Haye

Lady Lebanon

Penelope Dudley-Ward

Penelope Dudley-Ward

Isla Crane

Felix Aylmer

Felix Aylmer

Dr. Amersham

George Merritt

George Merritt

Det. Inspector Tanner

Ronald Shiner

Ronald Shiner

Sergeant Totty

Patrick Barr

Patrick Barr

Richard Ferraby

Roy Emerton

Roy Emerton

Gilder

George Hayes

George Hayes

Brooks

J

John Warwick

Studd

Themes & Keywords

spooky house

About The Case of the Frightened Lady

The Case of the Frightened Lady is a mystery, thriller, crime film released in 1940 exploring themes of spooky house. Directed by George King, it stars Marius Goring, Helen Haye, Penelope Dudley-Ward. A classic British thriller set in a sinister old house, based on a story by Edgar Wallace.

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