The Beast with Five Fingers
"Your flesh will creep…at the hand that crawls!"
Originally released in 1947. The Beast with Five Fingers is a mystery/horror film. directed by Robert Florey. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Robert Alda, Andrea King, and Peter Lorre
Synopsis
Locals in an Italian village believe evil has taken over the estate of a recently deceased pianist where murder has taken place. The alleged killer: the pianist's severed hand.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 8, 1947
79 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (47 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Robert Alda
as Bruce Conrad [Conrad Ryler in on-screen end credits]
Andrea King
as Julie Holden
Peter Lorre
as Hilary Cummins
Victor Francen
as Francis Ingram
J. Carrol Naish
as Police Commissario Ovidio Castanio
Charles Dingle
as Raymond Arlington
John Alvin
as Donald Arlington
David Hoffman
as Ingram's Attorney Duprex
Barbara Brown
as Mrs. Miller
Patricia Barry
as Clara the Maid
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- First National Pictures
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Beast with Five Fingers about?
Locals in an Italian village believe evil has taken over the estate of a recently deceased pianist where murder has taken place. The alleged killer: the pianist's severed hand.
Who directed The Beast with Five Fingers?
The Beast with Five Fingers was directed by Robert Florey.
How long is The Beast with Five Fingers?
The Beast with Five Fingers has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was The Beast with Five Fingers released?
The Beast with Five Fingers was released on February 8, 1947 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Beast with Five Fingers?
The main cast of The Beast with Five Fingers includes Robert Alda, Andrea King, Peter Lorre, Victor Francen, J. Carrol Naish.