The Spiral Staircase
Jan 26, 1946
83 min
MysteryThrillerHorror
7.0/ 10
259 votesOverview
On a stormy night, the mute servant to an ailing matriarch is stalked by a serial killer.
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7.0/10
259 votesIMDB
7.3/10
11,698 votesRotten Tomatoes
86%
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Box Office & Budget
Budget$750,000Production cost
Box Office$2,800,000Worldwide gross
Profit$2,050,000Profitable
ROI
+273.3%Return on investmentAwards & Nominations
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 2 nominations total
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"Conflicts that freeze your emotions! Suspense that takes your breath!"
Status
Released
Original Language
en
Budget
$750,000
Revenue
$2,800,000
Production Companies
RKO Radio PicturesDore Schary ProductionsVanguard Films
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Cast
Dorothy McGuire
Helen
George Brent
Professor Warren
Ethel Barrymore
Mrs. Warren
Kent Smith
Dr. Parry
Rhonda Fleming
Blanche
Gordon Oliver
Steve Warren
Elsa Lanchester
Mrs. Oates
Sara Allgood
Nurse Barker
Rhys Williams
Mr. Oates
James Bell
Constable
Erville Alderson
Dr. Harvey (uncredited)
Ellen Corby
Neighbour (uncredited)
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