Shadow on the Wall (1950)

Cast

• Ann Sothern - Dell Faring
• Zachary Scott - David I. Starrling
• Gigi Perreau - Susan Starrling
• Nancy Reagan - Dr. Caroline Canford
• Kristine Miller - Celia Starrling
• John McIntire - Pike Ludwell
• Tom Helmore - Crane Weymouth
• Helen Brown - Miss Burke
• Barbara Billingsley - Olga
• Marcia Van Dyke - Secretary

Screenplay

• William Ludwig
• Lawrence P. Bachmann (Story)
• Hannah Lees (Story)

Themes

Noir and Dark Crime Dramas, Twisted Psychological Thriller

Keywords

post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd), poison, fiancé, film noir, psychological thriller, witness to murder, rescue from drowning, child psychiatrist, female psychiatrist, framed for murder, repressed memory, shadow on wall, adulterous wife, traumatized child, adopted girl

Trailer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shadow on the Wall about?

Angered that her sister Celia has stolen her fiance, Dell Faring kills her and allows Celia's husband David, knocked out in an argument with Celia, to take the blame and end up on death row. Later Dell, finding out that David's young daughter Susan was witness to the crime and is undergoing psychiatric treatment, plans to eliminate her before her memory returns.

Who directed Shadow on the Wall?

Shadow on the Wall was directed by Pat Jackson.

Who stars in Shadow on the Wall?

Shadow on the Wall stars Ann Sothern, Zachary Scott, Gigi Perreau, Nancy Reagan, Kristine Miller, John McIntire.

How long is Shadow on the Wall?

Shadow on the Wall has a runtime of 1h 24m (84 minutes).

What genre is Shadow on the Wall?

Shadow on the Wall is a Crime, Drama, Thriller film.

Where was Shadow on the Wall produced?

Shadow on the Wall was produced in United States of America.

What are the themes of Shadow on the Wall?

The themes of Shadow on the Wall include: Noir and Dark Crime Dramas, Twisted Psychological Thriller.