The Snake Pit (1948)
The Snake Pit is a 1948 drama movie directed by Anatole Litvak, with a running time of 1h 48m. It stars Olivia de Havilland, Mark Stevens and Leo Genn.
Virginia Cunningham is confused upon finding herself in a mental hospital, with no memory of her arrival at the institution. Tormented by delusions and unable to even recognize her husband, Robert, she is treated by Dr. Mark Kik, who is determined to get to the root of her mental illness. As her treatment progresses, flashbacks depict events in Virginia's life that may have contributed to her instability.
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What is The Snake Pit about?
Virginia Cunningham is confused upon finding herself in a mental hospital, with no memory of her arrival at the institution. Tormented by delusions and unable to even recognize her husband, Robert, she is treated by Dr. Mark Kik, who is determined to get to the root of her mental illness. As her treatment progresses, flashbacks depict events in Virginia's life that may have contributed to her instability.
When was The Snake Pit released?
The Snake Pit was released on 4 November 1948.
How long is The Snake Pit?
The Snake Pit runs 1h 48m.
Who made The Snake Pit?
The Snake Pit was directed by Anatole Litvak.
Where can I watch The Snake Pit?
The Snake Pit is available on History Vault, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch The Snake Pit
Stream: History Vault
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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Cast
- Olivia de Havilland as Virginia Cunningham
- Mark Stevens as Robert Cunningham
- Leo Genn as Mark Kik
- Celeste Holm as Grace
- Glenn Langan as Dr. Terry
- Helen Craig as Nurse Davis
- Leif Erickson as Gordon
- Beulah Bondi as Mrs. Greer
- Lee Patrick as Asylum Inmate
- Howard Freeman as Dr. Curtis
- Natalie Schafer as Mrs. Stuart
- Ruth Donnelly as Ruth