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Shadow of a Doubt (1943)

“What horror did her secret life hold… that made her dread this man of her dreams?”

7.5/10 · 1,193 votes 1h 48m pg ThrillerCrimeMystery

#2 of 2 films from 1943 #245 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Alfred Hitchcock · Written by Thornton Wilder, Sally Benson, Alma Reville

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Overview

In sleepy Santa Rosa, restless young Charlie’s world brightens when her sophisticated Uncle Charlie arrives for a long visit. But as his behavior grows increasingly strange, she begins to suspect that her beloved uncle may be hiding a terrible secret—and that danger has quietly entered her home.

Cast

Teresa Wrightas Charlie Newton
Joseph Cottenas Charlie Oakley
Macdonald Careyas Jack Graham
Henry Traversas Joseph Newton
Patricia Collingeas Emma Newton
Hume Cronynas Herbie Hawkins
Wallace Fordas Fred Saunders
Edna May Wonacottas Ann Newton
Charles Batesas Roger Newton
Irving Baconas Station Master
Clarence Museas Pullman Porter
Janet Shawas Louise Finch
Estelle Jewellas Catherine
Virginia Brissacas Mrs. Phillips (uncredited)

Facts

Release dateJanuary 15, 1943
Runtime108 min (1h 48m) — about the same as the 1943 average of 105 min
GenresThriller, Crime, Mystery
LanguageEN
IMDbtt0036342

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Questions

How long is Shadow of a Doubt?
Shadow of a Doubt runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Is Shadow of a Doubt worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.5/10 across 1,193 votes, which places it #2 of 2 films released in 1943 in this index (top 50%) and #245 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Shadow of a Doubt?
Shadow of a Doubt was directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Psycho (1960), Rear Window (1954), Vertigo (1958).
Who stars in Shadow of a Doubt?
Teresa Wright as Charlie Newton; Joseph Cotten as Charlie Oakley; Macdonald Carey as Jack Graham; Henry Travers as Joseph Newton; Patricia Collinge as Emma Newton; Hume Cronyn as Herbie Hawkins.
What is Shadow of a Doubt rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Shadow of a Doubt?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/52503.

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