The Suspect
“His Was a Strange Secret, Hers Was a Strange Love”
Synopsis
Genial shopkeeper Philip has to endure the constant nagging of a shrewish wife while he secretly yearns for a pretty young stenographer. When the henpecking gets to be too much, Philip murders his wife and manages to make her death look like an accident. A ruthless blackmailer and a low-key detective both discover Philip's secret, and he has to decide which of them poses the more dangerous threat.
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Charles Laughton
Philip Marshall
Ella Raines
Mary Gray
Dean Harens
John Marshall
Stanley Ridges
Inspector Huxley
Henry Daniell
Mr. Simmons
Rosalind Ivan
Cora Marshall
Molly Lamont
Mrs. Simmons
Raymond Severn
Merridew
Eve Amber
Sybil
Maude Eburne
Mrs. Packer
Clifford Brooke
Mr. Packer
Gerald Hamer
Griswold (uncredited)
Ernie Adams
Cabbie (uncredited)
Eve Ashley
Background Woman (uncredited)
Jimmy Aubrey
Pogson (uncredited)
Walter Bacon
Commuter (uncredited)
John Berkes
Det. Sgt. Pennyfeather (uncredited)
Lillian Bronson
Miss Crevy (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
San Francisco, California
Festival / Special Debut
January 31, 1945
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Siodmak
- Screenplay & Story
- Bertram Millhauser
- Original Score
- Frank Skinner
- Original Title
- The Suspect
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Siodmak
Bertram Millhauser, Arthur T. Horman, James Ronald
Frank Skinner
Paul Ivano
Arthur Hilton
Howard Benedict, Islin Auster
Department Leadership Roster
Bertram Millhauser
Screenplay
Robert Siodmak
Director
Paul Ivano
Director of Photography
Frank Skinner
Original Music Composer
Islin Auster
Producer
Arthur Hilton
Editor
Vera West
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Suspect.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Suspect
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Suspect about?
Genial shopkeeper Philip has to endure the constant nagging of a shrewish wife while he secretly yearns for a pretty young stenographer. When the henpecking gets to be too much, Philip murders his wife and manages to make her death look like an accident. A ruthless blackmailer and a low-key detective both discover Philip's secret, and he has to decide which of them poses the more dangerous threat.
Who directed The Suspect?
The Suspect was directed by Robert Siodmak.
Who stars in The Suspect?
The principal cast of The Suspect includes Charles Laughton, Ella Raines, Dean Harens, Stanley Ridges, Henry Daniell.
When was The Suspect released and how long is it?
The Suspect was released in 1945 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for The Suspect?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Suspect was composed by Frank Skinner.
Is The Suspect based on a book or true story?
The Suspect is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "James Ronald".