Strange Affair
"Chuckle While You Shudder! Shiver While You Laugh!"
Originally released in 1944. Strange Affair is a mystery/comedy film. directed by Alfred E. Green. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Allyn Joslyn, Evelyn Keyes, and Marguerite Chapman
Synopsis
Eminent psychiatrist Dr. Brenner invites cartoonist Bill Harrison and his wife, Jack, to a banquet honoring war refugees. Bill volunteers to pick up fellow psychiatrist Dr. Baumler at the train station, but the man vanishes when he has Bill stop so he can use a pay phone. At the dinner, Bill and Jack are seated with Brenner's daughter, Freda, and, to Bill's surprise, another man is introduced as Baumler -- who dies moments later.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 5, 1944
81 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Allyn Joslyn
as Bill Harrison
Evelyn Keyes
as Jacqueline "Jack" Harrison
Marguerite Chapman
as Marie Dumont Baumler
Edgar Buchanan
as Lt. Washburn
Nina Foch
as Frieda Brenner
Hugo Haas
as Domino
Shemp Howard
as Laundry Truck Driver
Frank Jenks
as Sgt. Erwin
Erwin Kalser
as Dr. Brenner
Tonio Selwart
as Leslie Carlson
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strange Affair about?
Eminent psychiatrist Dr. Brenner invites cartoonist Bill Harrison and his wife, Jack, to a banquet honoring war refugees. Bill volunteers to pick up fellow psychiatrist Dr. Baumler at the train sta...
Who directed Strange Affair?
Strange Affair was directed by Alfred E. Green.
How long is Strange Affair?
Strange Affair has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was Strange Affair released?
Strange Affair was released on October 5, 1944 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Strange Affair?
The main cast of Strange Affair includes Allyn Joslyn, Evelyn Keyes, Marguerite Chapman, Edgar Buchanan, Nina Foch.