The House of Darkness
Synopsis
A potentially violent patient in an insane asylum is calmed when he hears a nurse playing the piano. But shortly afterwards he breaks free, eludes his pursuers, and acquires a gun. He soon comes to a house where a young wife is home alone, and there is a tense confrontation.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 10, 1913
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- D.W. Griffith
- Screenplay & Story
- Jere F. Looney
- Original Title
- The House of Darkness
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 17m
- Production Studios
- Biograph Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
D.W. Griffith
Jere F. Looney
Department Leadership Roster
Jere F. Looney
Writer
D.W. Griffith
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The House of Darkness
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What is The House of Darkness about?
A potentially violent patient in an insane asylum is calmed when he hears a nurse playing the piano. But shortly afterwards he breaks free, eludes his pursuers, and acquires a gun. He soon comes to a house where a young wife is home alone, and there is a tense confrontation.
Who directed The House of Darkness?
The House of Darkness was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in The House of Darkness?
The principal cast of The House of Darkness includes Lionel Barrymore, Charles Hill Mailes, Claire McDowell, Lillian Gish, Robert Harron.
When was The House of Darkness released and how long is it?
The House of Darkness was released in 1913 with a total runtime of 17m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The House of Darkness?
The House of Darkness holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).