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The Suspect (1945)

EN Released

His Was a Strange Secret, Hers Was a Strange Love

Director: Robert Siodmak |Writers: James Ronald, Bertram Millhauser |Stars: Charles Laughton, Ella Raines, Dean Harens
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★ 6.8/10
Rating: ★ 6.8/10 (69 votes) · IMDb ↗
Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller
Duration: 1h 25m
Language: EN
Release Date: Jan 26, 1945
Director: Robert Siodmak

Storyline

Genial shopkeeper Philip has to endure the constant nagging of a shrewish wife while he secretly yearns for a pretty young stenographer. When the henpecking gets to be too much, Philip murders his wife and manages to make her death look like an accident. A ruthless blackmailer and a low-key detective both discover Philip's secret, and he has to decide which of them poses the more dangerous threat.

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Movie Details

Original titleThe Suspect
Release dateJan 26, 1945
StatusReleased
Keywordslondon, england, older man younger woman relationship, black and white, 1900s, detective inspector, bludgeoning, wife murder, film noir, henpecked husband, falling down stairs, foggy night, nosy neighbor

FAQ

What is The Suspect about?

Genial shopkeeper Philip has to endure the constant nagging of a shrewish wife while he secretly yearns for a pretty young stenographer. When the henpecking gets to be too much, Philip murders his wife and manages to make her death look like an accident. A ruthless blackmailer and a low-key detective both discover Philip's secret, and he has to decide which of them poses the more dangerous threat.

When was The Suspect released?

The Suspect was released on Jan 26, 1945 (status: Released).

Who directed The Suspect?

Robert Siodmak directed The Suspect.

What is the TMDB rating of The Suspect?

The Suspect has a TMDB rating of 6.8/10 from 69 votes.