The Old Dark House
dir. James Whale
76
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In a remote region of Wales, five travelers beset by a relentless storm find shelter in an old mansion.
Critics consensus
A deft blend of well-chosen ingredients, The Old Dark House is a delightfully scary horror comedy that benefits from James Whale's suspenseful direction.
Directed byJames Whale
StarringBoris Karloff, Melvyn Douglas, Charles Laughton, Lilian Bond, Ernest Thesiger, Eva Moore
Written byBenn W. Levy
CinematographyArthur Edeson
EditingClarence Kolster
MusicDavid Broekman
The Old Dark House
1932 · 1h 10m
Drama, Horror, Thriller
In a remote region of Wales, five travelers beset by a relentless storm find shelter in an old mansion.
Our Verdict
76
Critics Consensus
A deft blend of well-chosen ingredients, The Old Dark House is a delightfully scary horror comedy that benefits from James Whale's suspenseful direction.
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