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6.2 / 10(21 votes)IMDbNR19461h 41mUnited States of America

Suspense

“IT'S DEATH IN THE DARK! AND MURDER ON ICE!!”

Synopsis

The proprietor of an ice-skating revue promotes a peanut-vendor to a management position based on suggestions he made to improve the act of the show's star, who also happens to be the owner's wife. However, he soon begins to notice that his new manager is paying more attention to his wife than he believes is appropriate.

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Suspense (1946)

Type: Clip • Published 2009-10-26

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

June 15, 1946

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Frank Tuttle
Screenplay & Story
Philip Yordan
Original Score
Daniele Amfitheatrof
Original Title
Suspense
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 41m
Production Studios
King Brothers Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Frank Tuttle

Screenplay & Story

Philip Yordan

Original Score & Music

Daniele Amfitheatrof

Director of Photography

Karl Struss

Film Editing

Richard V. Heermance, Otho Lovering

Producers

Frank King, Maurice King

Department Leadership Roster

Frank Tuttle

Frank Tuttle

Director

Frank King

Producer

Maurice King

Producer

Philip Yordan

Philip Yordan

Screenplay

Karl Struss

Karl Struss

Director of Photography

Richard V. Heermance

Editor

Robert Kalloch

Costume Design

Otho Lovering

Editor

Daniele Amfitheatrof

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Suspense.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Suspense

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

What is Suspense about?

The proprietor of an ice-skating revue promotes a peanut-vendor to a management position based on suggestions he made to improve the act of the show's star, who also happens to be the owner's wife. However, he soon begins to notice that his new manager is paying more attention to his wife than he believes is appropriate.

Who directed Suspense?

Suspense was directed by Frank Tuttle.

Who stars in Suspense?

The principal cast of Suspense includes Belita, Barry Sullivan, Bonita Granville, Albert Dekker, Eugene Pallette.

When was Suspense released and how long is it?

Suspense was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.

Who composed the musical score for Suspense?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Suspense was composed by Daniele Amfitheatrof.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Suspense?

Suspense holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).