Seance on a Wet Afternoon
“Was it magic... Or murder they planned?”
Synopsis
Working-class British housewife Myra Savage reinvents herself as a medium, holding seances in the sitting room of her home with the hidden assistance of her under-employed, asthmatic husband, Billy. In an attempt to enhance her credibility as a psychic, Myra hatches an elaborate, ill-conceived plot to kidnap a wealthy couple's young daughter so that she can then help the police "find" the missing girl.
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Larry Karaszewski on SEANCE ON A WET AFTERNOON
Type: Featurette • Published 2026-02-02
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Kim Stanley
Myra
Richard Attenborough
Bill
Margaret Lacey
Woman at first Seance
Marie Burke
Woman at first Seance
Maria Kazan
Woman at first Seance
Lionel Gamlin
Man at Seances
Marian Spencer
Mrs. Wintry
Godfrey James
Mrs. Clayton's Chauffeur
Judith Donner
Amanda
Ronald Hines
Policeman outside Clayton's
Hajni Biro
Maid at Clayton's
Mark Eden
Mr. Clayton
Nanette Newman
Mrs. Clayton
Diana Lambert
Mr. Clayton's Secretary
Frank Singuineau
Bus Conductor
Gerald Sim
Beedle
Stanley Morgan
Man in Trilby
Maggie Rennie
Woman at Second Seance
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 5, 1964
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 14, 2023
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bryan Forbes
- Screenplay & Story
- Bryan Forbes
- Original Score
- John Barry
- Original Title
- Seance on a Wet Afternoon
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Production Studios
- Allied Film Makers, Beaver Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bryan Forbes
Bryan Forbes, Mark McShane
John Barry
Gerry Turpin
Derek York
Richard Attenborough, Bryan Forbes
Department Leadership Roster
Bryan Forbes
Director
Bryan Forbes
Screenplay
Richard Attenborough
Producer
Bryan Forbes
Producer
John Barry
Original Music Composer
Gerry Turpin
Director of Photography
Derek York
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Seance on a Wet Afternoon
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What is Seance on a Wet Afternoon about?
Working-class British housewife Myra Savage reinvents herself as a medium, holding seances in the sitting room of her home with the hidden assistance of her under-employed, asthmatic husband, Billy. In an attempt to enhance her credibility as a psychic, Myra hatches an elaborate, ill-conceived plot to kidnap a wealthy couple's young daughter so that she can then help the police "find" the missing girl.
Who directed Seance on a Wet Afternoon?
Seance on a Wet Afternoon was directed by Bryan Forbes.
Who stars in Seance on a Wet Afternoon?
The principal cast of Seance on a Wet Afternoon includes Kim Stanley, Richard Attenborough, Margaret Lacey, Marie Burke, Maria Kazan.
When was Seance on a Wet Afternoon released and how long is it?
Seance on a Wet Afternoon was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 1h 56m.
Who composed the musical score for Seance on a Wet Afternoon?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Seance on a Wet Afternoon was composed by John Barry.
Is Seance on a Wet Afternoon based on a book or true story?
Seance on a Wet Afternoon is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Mark McShane".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Seance on a Wet Afternoon?
Seance on a Wet Afternoon holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).