I See a Dark Stranger
“The woman hunt is on... For the girl with the little black book.”
Synopsis
Proud Irishwoman Bridie Quilty journeys to Dublin while World War II rages across Europe. During her travels, she encounters J. Miller, who recruits her as a Nazi spy. She acquires the necessary information that leads to the breakout of a German spy who holds key information about the Allies' newest offensive plans. However, the arrival of British officer David Baynes and his romancing of Bridie lead to unexpected consequences.
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I See a Dark Stranger (1946) trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-03-02
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Deborah Kerr
Bridie Quilty
Trevor Howard
Lt. David Bayne
Raymond Huntley
J. Miller
Michael Howard
Hawkins
Liam Redmond
Uncle Timothy
Brefni O'Rorke
Michael O'Callaghan
James Harcourt
Grandfather Edwards
George Woodbridge
Walter
Garry Marsh
Capt. Goodhusband
Olga Lindo
Mrs Edwards
Tom Macaulay
Lt Spanswick
David Ward
Oscar Pryce
Harry Hutchinson
Chief Mourner
Eddie Golden
Terence Delaney
Marie Ault
Mrs O'Mara
Humphrey Heathcote
Sgt. Harry Harris
John Salew
Man in the Bookshop
David Tomlinson
Intelligence Officer
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 3, 1947
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Launder
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Launder
- Original Score
- William Alwyn
- Original Title
- I See a Dark Stranger
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- Individual Pictures, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Launder
Frank Launder, Sidney Gilliat, Wolfgang Wilhelm
William Alwyn
Wilkie Cooper
Thelma Connell
Sidney Gilliat, Frank Launder
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Launder
Director
Wilkie Cooper
Director of Photography
Thelma Connell
Editor
David Rawnsley
Production Design
Sidney Gilliat
Writer
Wolfgang Wilhelm
Writer
Frank Launder
Screenplay
William Alwyn
Original Music Composer
Sidney Gilliat
Producer
Frank Launder
Producer
Joy Ricardo
Costume Design
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What is I See a Dark Stranger about?
Proud Irishwoman Bridie Quilty journeys to Dublin while World War II rages across Europe. During her travels, she encounters J. Miller, who recruits her as a Nazi spy. She acquires the necessary information that leads to the breakout of a German spy who holds key information about the Allies' newest offensive plans. However, the arrival of British officer David Baynes and his romancing of Bridie lead to unexpected consequences.
Who directed I See a Dark Stranger?
I See a Dark Stranger was directed by Frank Launder.
Who stars in I See a Dark Stranger?
The principal cast of I See a Dark Stranger includes Deborah Kerr, Trevor Howard, Raymond Huntley, Michael Howard, Liam Redmond.
When was I See a Dark Stranger released and how long is it?
I See a Dark Stranger was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Who composed the musical score for I See a Dark Stranger?
The original motion picture soundtrack for I See a Dark Stranger was composed by William Alwyn.