Night Without Sleep
“Terror that strangles the scream on your lips!”
Synopsis
Upon awaking in the morning, a man finds his thoughts clouded by the possibility that he committed a murder.
Top Cast
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Gary Merrill
Richard Morton
Linda Darnell
Julie Bannon
Hildegard Knef
Lisa Muller
Joyce Mackenzie
Laura Harkness
June Vincent
Emily Morton
Donald Randolph
Dr. Clarke
Hugh Beaumont
John Harkness
Mae Marsh
Maid (Uncredited)
Jack Boyle
Dance Director (Uncredited)
Benny Carter
Benny (Uncredited)
Michael Ferris
Ship Steward (Uncredited)
Steven Geray
George (Uncredited)
Sam Pierce
Sam (Uncredited)
Harry Seymour
Ned (Uncredited)
Charles Tannen
Steve Brooks (Uncredited)
Bill Walker
Henry (Uncredited)
William Forrest
Mr. Carter (Uncredited)
Louise Lorimer
Mrs. Carter (Uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 26, 1952
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roy Ward Baker
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Partos
- Original Score
- Cyril J. Mockridge
- Original Title
- Night Without Sleep
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 17m
- Production Studios
- 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roy Ward Baker
Frank Partos, Elick Moll
Cyril J. Mockridge
Lucien Ballard
Nick DeMaggio
Robert Bassler
Department Leadership Roster
Roy Ward Baker
Director
Nick DeMaggio
Editor
Frank Partos
Screenplay
Robert Bassler
Producer
Renié
Costume Design
Lucien Ballard
Director of Photography
Cyril J. Mockridge
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Night Without Sleep
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Night Without Sleep about?
Upon awaking in the morning, a man finds his thoughts clouded by the possibility that he committed a murder.
Who directed Night Without Sleep?
Night Without Sleep was directed by Roy Ward Baker.
Who stars in Night Without Sleep?
The principal cast of Night Without Sleep includes Gary Merrill, Linda Darnell, Hildegard Knef, Joyce Mackenzie, June Vincent.
When was Night Without Sleep released and how long is it?
Night Without Sleep was released in 1952 with a total runtime of 1h 17m.
Who composed the musical score for Night Without Sleep?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Night Without Sleep was composed by Cyril J. Mockridge.
Is Night Without Sleep based on a book or true story?
Night Without Sleep is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Elick Moll".