A Shriek in the Night
Synopsis
Rival newspaper reporters Pat Morgan and Ted Rand find themselves unraveling the mystery behind the death of a millionaire philanthropist who fell from his penthouse balcony. When it is discovered that the plunge was not an accident, the building's residents come under suspicion. Soon, the body count begins to mount as three more murders occur by strangulation.
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Shriek in the Night, A 1933Official
Type: Clip • Published 2008-09-24
Top Cast
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Ginger Rogers
Pat Morgan
Lyle Talbot
Ted Rand
Harvey Clark
Peterson
Purnell Pratt
Inspector Russell
Lillian Harmer
Augusta
Arthur Hoyt
Wilfred
Louise Beavers
Maid
Clarence Wilson
Perkins
Maurice Black
Josephus Martini (uncredited)
Jim Farley
Jim Brown (uncredited)
Cyril Ring
Eddie (uncredited)
Dick Rush
Policeman in Hallway (uncredited)
Tiny Sandford
Detective (uncredited)
Philip Sleeman
Detective (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 22, 1933
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Albert Ray
- Screenplay & Story
- Frances Hyland
- Original Title
- A Shriek in the Night
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
- Production Studios
- Allied Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Albert Ray
Frances Hyland, Kurt Kempler
Tom Galligan, Harry Neumann
Leete Renick Brown
Department Leadership Roster
Tom Galligan
Director of Photography
Leete Renick Brown
Editor
Harry Neumann
Director of Photography
Albert Ray
Director
Frances Hyland
Screenplay
Alfreda
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Shriek in the Night
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What is A Shriek in the Night about?
Rival newspaper reporters Pat Morgan and Ted Rand find themselves unraveling the mystery behind the death of a millionaire philanthropist who fell from his penthouse balcony. When it is discovered that the plunge was not an accident, the building's residents come under suspicion. Soon, the body count begins to mount as three more murders occur by strangulation.
Who directed A Shriek in the Night?
A Shriek in the Night was directed by Albert Ray.
Who stars in A Shriek in the Night?
The principal cast of A Shriek in the Night includes Ginger Rogers, Lyle Talbot, Harvey Clark, Purnell Pratt, Lillian Harmer.
When was A Shriek in the Night released and how long is it?
A Shriek in the Night was released in 1933 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Shriek in the Night?
A Shriek in the Night holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).