Devil's Bait
Synopsis
The police, with the help of a baker, try to find the owner a loaf of bread accidentally poisoned with potassium cyanide.
Top Cast
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Geoffrey Keen
Joe Frisby
Jane Hylton
Ellen Frisby
Gordon Jackson
Sergeant Malcolm
Dermot Kelly
Mr. Alfred Love
Shirley Lawrence
Shirley Gordon
Eileen Moore
Barbara Farrell
Molly Urquhart
Mrs. Tanner
Rupert Davies
Landlord
Gillian Vaughan
Jenny
Barbara Archer
Switchboard Operator
Timothy Bateson
Dentist
Noel Hood
Mrs. Davies
Vivienne Bennett
Mrs. Graham
Jack Stewart
Dr. MacKenzie
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Graham Scott
- Screenplay & Story
- Diana Watson, Peter Johnston
- Original Score
- William Alwyn
- Original Title
- Devil's Bait
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- Independent Artists
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Graham Scott
Diana Watson, Peter Johnston
William Alwyn
Michael Reed
John Trumper
Julian Wintle, Leslie Parkyn
Department Leadership Roster
Diana Watson
Writer
Peter Graham Scott
Director
Peter Johnston
Writer
Michael Reed
Director of Photography
Julian Wintle
Producer
Leslie Parkyn
Producer
John Trumper
Editor
Morris Angel
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Devil's Bait
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Devil's Bait about?
The police, with the help of a baker, try to find the owner a loaf of bread accidentally poisoned with potassium cyanide.
Who directed Devil's Bait?
Devil's Bait was directed by Peter Graham Scott.
Who stars in Devil's Bait?
The principal cast of Devil's Bait includes Geoffrey Keen, Jane Hylton, Gordon Jackson, Dermot Kelly, Shirley Lawrence.
When was Devil's Bait released and how long is it?
Devil's Bait was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 58m.
Who composed the musical score for Devil's Bait?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Devil's Bait was composed by William Alwyn.