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5.5 / 10(4 votes)IMDb19401h 10mUnited States of America

Who Killed Aunt Maggie?

Synopsis

When a much-despised matriarch is murdered, or apparently murdered, all of her relatives and "friends" fall under suspicion. Sheriff Gregory is the official investigator, but most of the clue gathering is done by amateur sleuths Kirk Pierce and Sally Ambler.

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

World Premiere: Rialto Theater, Atlanta GA

Festival / Special Debut

Theatrical Premiere

November 1, 1940

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Arthur Lubin
Screenplay & Story
Stuart Palmer
Original Title
Who Killed Aunt Maggie?
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 10m
Production Studios
Republic Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Arthur Lubin

Screenplay & Story

Stuart Palmer, Medora Field

Director of Photography

Reggie Lanning

Film Editing

Edward Mann

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Medora Field

Department Leadership Roster

Stuart Palmer

Screenplay

Edward Mann

Editor

Arthur Lubin

Arthur Lubin

Director

Reggie Lanning

Director of Photography

Adele Palmer

Costume Design

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Who Killed Aunt Maggie?.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Who Killed Aunt Maggie?

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Who Killed Aunt Maggie? about?

When a much-despised matriarch is murdered, or apparently murdered, all of her relatives and "friends" fall under suspicion. Sheriff Gregory is the official investigator, but most of the clue gathering is done by amateur sleuths Kirk Pierce and Sally Ambler.

Who directed Who Killed Aunt Maggie??

Who Killed Aunt Maggie? was directed by Arthur Lubin.

Who stars in Who Killed Aunt Maggie??

The principal cast of Who Killed Aunt Maggie? includes John Hubbard, Wendy Barrie, Edgar Kennedy, Elizabeth Patterson, Onslow Stevens.

When was Who Killed Aunt Maggie? released and how long is it?

Who Killed Aunt Maggie? was released in 1940 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.

Is Who Killed Aunt Maggie? based on a book or true story?

Who Killed Aunt Maggie? is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Medora Field".