The Case of the Frightened Lady
Synopsis
A classic British thriller set in a sinister old house, based on a story by Edgar Wallace.
Top Cast
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Marius Goring
Willie, Lord Lebanon
Helen Haye
Lady Lebanon
Penelope Dudley-Ward
Isla Crane
Felix Aylmer
Dr. Amersham
George Merritt
Det. Inspector Tanner
Ronald Shiner
Sergeant Totty
Patrick Barr
Richard Ferraby
Roy Emerton
Gilder
George Hayes
Brooks
John Warwick
Studd
Elizabeth Scott
Mrs. Tilling
Torin Thatcher
Jim Tilling, the Groundsman
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 7, 1941
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George King
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward Dryhurst, Robert Stevenson
- Original Score
- Jack Beaver
- Original Title
- The Case of the Frightened Lady
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- George King Productions, British Lion Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George King
Edward Dryhurst, Robert Stevenson, Edgar Wallace
Jack Beaver
Hone Glendinning
Leslie Norman
S.W. Smith
Department Leadership Roster
George King
Director
Edward Dryhurst
Screenplay
Robert Stevenson
Screenplay
Hone Glendinning
Director of Photography
Leslie Norman
Editor
S.W. Smith
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Case of the Frightened Lady
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Case of the Frightened Lady about?
A classic British thriller set in a sinister old house, based on a story by Edgar Wallace.
Who directed The Case of the Frightened Lady?
The Case of the Frightened Lady was directed by George King.
Who stars in The Case of the Frightened Lady?
The principal cast of The Case of the Frightened Lady includes Marius Goring, Helen Haye, Penelope Dudley-Ward, Felix Aylmer, George Merritt.
When was The Case of the Frightened Lady released and how long is it?
The Case of the Frightened Lady was released in 1940 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.
Who composed the musical score for The Case of the Frightened Lady?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Case of the Frightened Lady was composed by Jack Beaver.