Black Orchid
Originally released in 1953. Black Orchid is a mystery/crime film. directed by Charles Saunders. At just 58 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ronald Howard, Olga Edwardes, and John Bentley
Synopsis
Caught in a loveless marriage, Dr. John Winnington (Ronald Howard) can't stop himself from falling for his wife's (Mary Laura Wood) younger sister, Christine (Olga Edwardes). But when he suddenly becomes the prime suspect in his wife's tragic murder, John relies on his friend Eric (John Bentley) to clear his name. This classic murder mystery encourages viewers to evaluate all of the clues and guess the killer's identity.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 1, 1953
73 years ago
Runtime
0h 58m
58 minutes total
User Rating
4.4/10
Mixed (9 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ronald Howard
as Dr.John Winnington
Olga Edwardes
as Christine Shaw
John Bentley
as Eric Blair
Mary Laura Wood
as Sophie Winnington
Patrick Barr
as Vincent Humphries
Sheila Burrell
as Annette
Russell Napier
as Inspector Markham
Mary Jones
as Mrs. Humphries
Alan Robinson
as Solicitor
Ian Fleming
as Coroner
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Kenilworth Film Productions
- Mid Century Film Productions Ltd.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Orchid about?
Caught in a loveless marriage, Dr. John Winnington (Ronald Howard) can't stop himself from falling for his wife's (Mary Laura Wood) younger sister, Christine (Olga Edwardes). But when he suddenly b...
Who directed Black Orchid?
Black Orchid was directed by Charles Saunders.
How long is Black Orchid?
Black Orchid has a runtime of 0 hours and 58 minutes (58 minutes total).
When was Black Orchid released?
Black Orchid was released on February 1, 1953 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Black Orchid?
The main cast of Black Orchid includes Ronald Howard, Olga Edwardes, John Bentley, Mary Laura Wood, Patrick Barr.