The Spiral Staircase

Nan
1h 23m
1946
7 /10 (260)

Conflicts that freeze your emotions! Suspense that takes your breath!

Overview

On a stormy night, the mute servant to an ailing matriarch is stalked by a serial killer.

Country : United States of America
Languages : English
Released Date: 1946-01-26

Top Billed Cast

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)

Myrna Dell

Murder Victim (uncredited)

George Holmes

The Killer's 'Shadow' (uncredited)

Stanley Price

Starry-eyed Man (uncredited)

Robert Siodmak

The Killer's 'Eye' (uncredited)

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