Gaslight
Originally released in 1940. Gaslight is a thriller/mystery film. directed by Thorold Dickinson. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Anton Walbrook, Diana Wynyard, and Frank Pettingell
Synopsis
Twenty years removed from Alice Barlow's murder by a thief looking for her jewels, newlyweds Paul and Bella Mallen move into the very house where the crime was committed. Retired detective B.G. Rough, who worked on the Barlow case, is still in the area and grows suspicious of Paul, who he feels bears a striking resemblance to one of Barlow's relatives. Rough must find the truth before the killer can strike again and reclaim his bounty.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 31, 1940
85 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (103 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Anton Walbrook
as Paul Mallen (as Anton Wahlbrook)
Diana Wynyard
as Bella Mallen
Frank Pettingell
as B.G. Rough
Cathleen Cordell
as Nancy the Parlour Maid
Robert Newton
as Ullswater
Jimmy Hanley
as Cobb
Minnie Rayner
as Elizabeth
Marie Wright
as Alice Barlow
Aubrey Dexter
as House Agent
Mary Hinton
as Lady Winterbourne
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- British National Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaslight about?
Twenty years removed from Alice Barlow's murder by a thief looking for her jewels, newlyweds Paul and Bella Mallen move into the very house where the crime was committed. Retired detective B.G. Rou...
Who directed Gaslight?
Gaslight was directed by Thorold Dickinson.
How long is Gaslight?
Gaslight has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Gaslight released?
Gaslight was released on August 31, 1940 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Gaslight?
The main cast of Gaslight includes Anton Walbrook, Diana Wynyard, Frank Pettingell, Cathleen Cordell, Robert Newton.
Is Gaslight worth watching?
Gaslight has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 103 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.