The Cat and the Canary (1939)
A CHILL-AND-CHUCKLE CHASE!...A FORTUNE AT STAKE AND A MONSTER AT LARGE!
Director: Elliott Nugent
|Writers: Walter DeLeon, Lynn Starling
|Stars: Bob Hope, Paulette Goddard, John Beal
Storyline
Relatives gather at a haunted mansion for a will reading where the sole heir is threatened by a clause that could disinherit her if she goes mad, all while a homicidal maniac escapes nearby.
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Movie Details
| Original title | The Cat and the Canary |
|---|---|
| Release date | Nov 10, 1939 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | cat, mansion, based on play or musical, alligator, housekeeper, louisiana, inheritance, eccentric, bayou, last will and testament, black cat, bookcase |
FAQ
What is The Cat and the Canary about?
Relatives gather at a haunted mansion for a will reading where the sole heir is threatened by a clause that could disinherit her if she goes mad, all while a homicidal maniac escapes nearby.
When was The Cat and the Canary released?
The Cat and the Canary was released on Nov 10, 1939 (status: Released).
Who directed The Cat and the Canary?
Elliott Nugent directed The Cat and the Canary.
What is the TMDB rating of The Cat and the Canary?
The Cat and the Canary has a TMDB rating of 6.9/10 from 87 votes.