The Maze
“The Deadliest Trap in the World!”
Synopsis
A Scotsman abruptly breaks off his engagement to pretty Kitty and moves to his uncle's castle in the Scottish highlands. Kitty and her aunt follow Gerald a few weeks later, and discover he has suddenly aged. Some mysterious things happen in a maze made from the hedges adjoining the castle.
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THE MAZE Trailer [1953]
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-05-13
Top Cast
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Richard Carlson
Gerald MacTeam
Veronica Hurst
Kitty Murray
Katherine Emery
Edith Murray
Michael Pate
William
John Dodsworth
Dr. Bert Dilling
Hillary Brooke
Peggy Lord
Stanley Fraser
Robert
Lilian Bond
Margaret Dilling
Owen McGiveney
Simon
Robin Hughes
Richard Roblar
Jack Chefe
Clyde Cook
Bess Flowers
Kenner G. Kemp
Harold Miller
Bert Stevens
Release History & Theatrical Window
Portland, Oregon
Festival / Special Debut
July 2, 1953
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Cameron Menzies
- Screenplay & Story
- Daniel B. Ullman
- Original Score
- Marlin Skiles
- Original Title
- The Maze
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Allied Artists Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Cameron Menzies
Daniel B. Ullman, Maurice Sandoz
Marlin Skiles
Harry Neumann
John C. Fuller
Walter Mirisch, Richard V. Heermance
Department Leadership Roster
William Cameron Menzies
Director
Daniel B. Ullman
Screenplay
Harry Neumann
Director of Photography
William Cameron Menzies
Production Design
John C. Fuller
Editor
Richard V. Heermance
Producer
Marlin Skiles
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Maze
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Maze about?
A Scotsman abruptly breaks off his engagement to pretty Kitty and moves to his uncle's castle in the Scottish highlands. Kitty and her aunt follow Gerald a few weeks later, and discover he has suddenly aged. Some mysterious things happen in a maze made from the hedges adjoining the castle.
Who directed The Maze?
The Maze was directed by William Cameron Menzies.
Who stars in The Maze?
The principal cast of The Maze includes Richard Carlson, Veronica Hurst, Katherine Emery, Michael Pate, John Dodsworth.
When was The Maze released and how long is it?
The Maze was released in 1953 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for The Maze?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Maze was composed by Marlin Skiles.
Is The Maze based on a book or true story?
The Maze is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Maurice Sandoz".