Strange Illusion
Synopsis
An adolescent believes that his widowed mother's suitor may have murdered his father.
Top Cast
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Jimmy Lydon
Paul Cartwright
Warren William
Brett Curtis
Sally Eilers
Virginia Cartwright
Regis Toomey
Dr. Vincent
Charles Arnt
Professor Muhlbach
George H. Reed
Benjamin
Jayne Hazard
Dorothy Cartwright
Jimmy Clark
George
Mary McLeod
Lydia
Pierre Watkin
Armstrong
Sonia Sorel
Miss Farber
Victor Potel
Mac
George Sherwood
Langdon
Gene Roth
Sparky
John Hamilton
Mr. Allen
Theresa Harris
Maid (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 31, 1945
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edgar G. Ulmer
- Screenplay & Story
- Adele Comandini
- Original Score
- Leo Erdody
- Original Title
- Strange Illusion
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- PRC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edgar G. Ulmer
Adele Comandini, Fritz Rotter
Leo Erdody
Philip Tannura
Carl Pierson
Leon Fromkess
Department Leadership Roster
Leo Erdody
Original Music Composer
Leon Fromkess
Producer
Philip Tannura
Director of Photography
Adele Comandini
Screenplay
Edgar G. Ulmer
Director
Carl Pierson
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Strange Illusion
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Strange Illusion about?
An adolescent believes that his widowed mother's suitor may have murdered his father.
Who directed Strange Illusion?
Strange Illusion was directed by Edgar G. Ulmer.
Who stars in Strange Illusion?
The principal cast of Strange Illusion includes Jimmy Lydon, Warren William, Sally Eilers, Regis Toomey, Charles Arnt.
When was Strange Illusion released and how long is it?
Strange Illusion was released in 1945 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Strange Illusion?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Strange Illusion was composed by Leo Erdody.