The Suspect (1945)
The Suspect is a 1945 crime movie directed by Robert Siodmak, with a running time of 1h 25m. It stars Charles Laughton, Ella Raines and Dean Harens.
Genial shopkeeper Philip has to endure the constant nagging of a shrewish wife while he secretly yearns for a pretty young stenographer. When the henpecking gets to be too much, Philip murders his wife and manages to make her death look like an accident. A ruthless blackmailer and a low-key detective both discover Philip's secret, and he has to decide which of them poses the more dangerous threat.
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What is The Suspect about?
Genial shopkeeper Philip has to endure the constant nagging of a shrewish wife while he secretly yearns for a pretty young stenographer. When the henpecking gets to be too much, Philip murders his wife and manages to make her death look like an accident. A ruthless blackmailer and a low-key detective both discover Philip's secret, and he has to decide which of them poses the more dangerous threat.
When was The Suspect released?
The Suspect was released on 31 January 1945.
How long is The Suspect?
The Suspect runs 1h 25m.
Who made The Suspect?
The Suspect was directed by Robert Siodmak.
Where can I watch The Suspect?
The Suspect is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
Where to watch The Suspect
Cast
- Charles Laughton as Philip Marshall
- Ella Raines as Mary Gray
- Dean Harens as John Marshall
- Stanley Ridges as Inspector Huxley
- Henry Daniell as Mr. Simmons
- Rosalind Ivan as Cora Marshall
- Molly Lamont as Mrs. Simmons
- Raymond Severn as Merridew
- Eve Amber as Sybil
- Maude Eburne as Mrs. Packer
- Clifford Brooke as Mr. Packer
- Gerald Hamer as Griswold (uncredited)