The Night of the Hunter
Harry Powell, a serial killer posing as a preacher, marries a widow solely to gain access to her deceased husband’s hidden fortune. Powell’s stepchildren, John and Pearl, become the targets of his relentless pursuit as he seeks the money hidden by their father.
Director: Scott Derrickson
Genre: Thriller
Screenplay
- C. Robert Cargill (Screenplay)
- Scott Derrickson (Screenplay)
- Davis Grubb (Novel)
Production: Universal Pictures, Pascal Pictures, KramMar Delicious Mystery Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
based on novel or book, remake
More Films by Director: Scott Derrickson
More Films in Genre: Thriller
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Night of the Hunter about?
- Harry Powell, a serial killer posing as a preacher, marries a widow solely to gain access to her deceased husband’s hidden fortune. Powell’s stepchildren, John and Pearl, become the targets of his relentless pursuit as he seeks the money hidden by their father.
- Who directed The Night of the Hunter?
- The Night of the Hunter was directed by Scott Derrickson.
- What genre is The Night of the Hunter?
- The Night of the Hunter is a Thriller film.
- Where was The Night of the Hunter produced?
- The Night of the Hunter was produced in United States of America.