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Fear in the Night (1947)

"Nightmare of Murder...or Dream...or Reality"

5.319471h 12mEN
CrimeDramaMysteryThriller

Directed by Maxwell Shane

Rating

5.3/10

Runtime

1h 12m

Language

EN

Release

April 10, 1947

Director

Maxwell Shane

Overview

The dream is unusually vivid: Bank employee Vince Grayson finds himself murdering a man in a sinister octagonal-shaped room lined with mirrors while a mysterious woman breaks into a safe. It is so vivid that Vince suspects it may have really happened. To get the dream off his mind, he goes on a picn...

Top Cast

Paul KellyDeForest KelleyAnn DoranKay ScottCharles VictorRobert Emmett Keane

Cast

Paul Kelly

Paul Kelly

Cliff Herlihy

DeForest Kelley

DeForest Kelley

Vince Grayson

Ann Doran

Ann Doran

Lil Herlihy

Kay Scott

Kay Scott

Betty Winters

Charles Victor

Charles Victor

Captain Warner

Robert Emmett Keane

Robert Emmett Keane

Lewis Belknap, aka Harry Byrd

Jeff York

Jeff York

Deputy Torrence (as Jeff Yorke)

Gladys Blake

Gladys Blake

Bank Clerk (uncredited)

Julia Faye

Julia Faye

Rental Home Owner (uncredited)

John Harmon

John Harmon

Clyde Bilyou (uncredited)

Richard Keene

Richard Keene

Mr. Kern (uncredited)

Janet Warren

Janet Warren

Mrs. Dorothy Belknap (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Fear in the Night (1947), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The dream is unusually vivid: Bank employee Vince Grayson finds himself murdering a man in a sinister octagonal-shaped room lined with mirrors while a mysterious woman breaks into a safe. It is so vivid that Vince suspects it may have really happened. To get the dream off his mind, he goes on a picnic with some relatives. When a thunderstorm forces his party into a nearby mansion, Vince discovers that the bizarre room does exist, and it means nothing but trouble.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Fear in the Night. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

The ending explained below clarifies the character motivations and the symbolic meaning of the final scenes that might have left some viewers puzzled.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals. If you are looking for an <strong>OTT release</strong> or want to experience the <strong>full story</strong>, this is a must-watch.

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