5.0 / 10(2 votes)IMDb196052mUnited States of America

The Bat

Synopsis

A sinister criminal known only as "The Bat" attempts to locate a fortune in stolen securities supposedly hidden in the rambling mansion owned by spinster Cornelia Van Gorde.

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Helen Hayes

Cornelia Van Gorder

Jason Robards

Detective Anderson

Margaret Hamilton

Lizzie Allen

Shepperd Strudwick

Dr. Wells

Karl Light

Richard Fleming

Mark Satow

Billy

Martin E. Brooks

Jack Bailey

Bethel Leslie

Dale Ogden

Reedy Talton

Detective Anderson

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

March 29, 1960

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director: Paul Nickell
Screenplay & Story: Avery Hopwood, Mary Roberts Rinehart, Walter Kerr
Original Title: The Bat
Country of Origin: United States of America
Spoken Languages: English
Runtime: 52m
Production Studios: Robert Saudek Associates

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Paul Nickell

Screenplay & Story

Avery Hopwood, Mary Roberts Rinehart, Walter Kerr

Producers

Robert Saudek

Department Leadership Roster

Paul Nickell

Director

Robert Saudek

Producer

Henry May

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Bat

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

What is The Bat about?

A sinister criminal known only as "The Bat" attempts to locate a fortune in stolen securities supposedly hidden in the rambling mansion owned by spinster Cornelia Van Gorde.

Who directed The Bat?

The Bat was directed by Paul Nickell.

Who stars in The Bat?

The principal cast of The Bat includes Helen Hayes, Jason Robards, Margaret Hamilton, Shepperd Strudwick, Karl Light.

When was The Bat released and how long is it?

The Bat was released in 1960 with a total runtime of 52m.