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5.3 / 10(12 votes)IMDbNR19471h 13mUnited States of America

Blind Spot

“HE SMILED AT MURDER!”

Synopsis

A struggling writer becomes the prime suspect in a murder investigation when his publisher is found dead in a manner mirroring one of the writer's proposed mystery storylines.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

February 6, 1947

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Robert Gordon
Screenplay & Story
Martin Goldsmith
Original Score
Paul Sawtell
Original Title
Blind Spot
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 13m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Robert Gordon

Screenplay & Story

Martin Goldsmith, Harry Perowne

Original Score & Music

Paul Sawtell

Director of Photography

George Meehan

Film Editing

Henry Batista

Producers

Ted Richmond

Department Leadership Roster

George Meehan

Director of Photography

Robert Gordon

Robert Gordon

Director

Henry Batista

Editor

Martin Goldsmith

Screenplay

Ted Richmond

Ted Richmond

Producer

Paul Sawtell

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Blind Spot.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Blind Spot

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Blind Spot about?

A struggling writer becomes the prime suspect in a murder investigation when his publisher is found dead in a manner mirroring one of the writer's proposed mystery storylines.

Who directed Blind Spot?

Blind Spot was directed by Robert Gordon.

Who stars in Blind Spot?

The principal cast of Blind Spot includes Chester Morris, Constance Dowling, Steven Geray, James Bell, William Forrest.

When was Blind Spot released and how long is it?

Blind Spot was released in 1947 with a total runtime of 1h 13m.

Who composed the musical score for Blind Spot?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Blind Spot was composed by Paul Sawtell.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Blind Spot?

Blind Spot holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).