The Missing Lady
“A Mystery Thrill-Treat from the Annals of The Shadow”
Synopsis
While investigating the theft of a valuable jade statue known as "The Missing Lady" -- and the subsequent murder of an art dealer -- imperceptible sleuth Lamont Cranston aka the Shadow finds himself being blamed for the crime. It doesn't help the Shadow's claims of innocence when more bodies begin piling up. Good thing he knows exactly who's guilty among an increasingly smaller group of suspects.
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Top Cast
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Kane Richmond
Lamont Cranston / The Shadow
Barbara Read
Margo Lane
George Chandler
Shrevvie
James Flavin
Police Insp. Cardona
Pierre Watkin
Police Commissioner Weston
Dorothea Kent
Jennie Delaney
Almira Sessions
Miss Effie
Nora Cecil
Miss Millie
James Cardwell
Terry Blake
Claire Carleton
Rose Dawson
Jo-Carroll Dennison
Gilda Marsh
Frances Robinson
Anne Walsh
Jack Overman
Ox
George J. Lewis
Jan Field
Dewey Robinson
Harry
Douglas Wood
Alfred Kester
Ray Teal
Interrogating Detective with Black Mustache (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 17, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Phil Karlson
- Screenplay & Story
- George Callahan
- Original Title
- The Missing Lady
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Phil Karlson
George Callahan, Walter B. Gibson
William A. Sickner
Ace Herman
Department Leadership Roster
Phil Karlson
Director
George Callahan
Screenplay
William A. Sickner
Director of Photography
Ace Herman
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Missing Lady
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Missing Lady about?
While investigating the theft of a valuable jade statue known as "The Missing Lady" -- and the subsequent murder of an art dealer -- imperceptible sleuth Lamont Cranston aka the Shadow finds himself being blamed for the crime. It doesn't help the Shadow's claims of innocence when more bodies begin piling up. Good thing he knows exactly who's guilty among an increasingly smaller group of suspects.
Who directed The Missing Lady?
The Missing Lady was directed by Phil Karlson.
Who stars in The Missing Lady?
The principal cast of The Missing Lady includes Kane Richmond, Barbara Read, George Chandler, James Flavin, Pierre Watkin.
When was The Missing Lady released and how long is it?
The Missing Lady was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Is The Missing Lady based on a book or true story?
The Missing Lady is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Walter B. Gibson".