The House of Fear
"HORROR stalking its halls!"
Originally released in 1945. The House of Fear is a mystery/crime film. directed by Roy William Neill. At just 69 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Basil Rathbone, Nigel Bruce, and Aubrey Mather
Synopsis
The Good Comrades are a collection of varied gentlemen who crave one thing - solitude. They reside at Drearcliff House, ancestral home of their eldest member. All seems serene and convivial until one by one the members begin to perish in the most grisly of manners. Foul play is suspected by the Good Comrades' insurance agent, who turns to Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson for guidance.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 16, 1945
80 years ago
Runtime
1h 9m
69 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (109 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Basil Rathbone
as Sherlock Holmes
Nigel Bruce
as Dr. John Watson
Aubrey Mather
as Alastair
Paul Cavanagh
as Simon Merrivale
Dennis Hoey
as Inspector Lestrade
Harry Cording
as John Simpson
Holmes Herbert
as Alan Cosgrave
Sally Shepherd
as Mrs. Monteith
Gavin Muir
as Chalmers
Florette Hillier
as Alison MacGregor
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The House of Fear about?
The Good Comrades are a collection of varied gentlemen who crave one thing - solitude. They reside at Drearcliff House, ancestral home of their eldest member. All seems serene and convivial until o...
Who directed The House of Fear?
The House of Fear was directed by Roy William Neill.
How long is The House of Fear?
The House of Fear has a runtime of 1 hours and 9 minutes (69 minutes total).
When was The House of Fear released?
The House of Fear was released on March 16, 1945 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The House of Fear?
The main cast of The House of Fear includes Basil Rathbone, Nigel Bruce, Aubrey Mather, Paul Cavanagh, Dennis Hoey.
Is The House of Fear worth watching?
The House of Fear has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 109 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.