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House by the River

House by the River

1950 · Movie · 88 min · ★ 6.8

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Plot, cast, and details

Wealthy writer Stephen Byrne tries to seduce the family maid, but when she resists, he kills her. Long jealous of his brother John, Stephen does his best to pin the blame for the murder on his sibling. Also affected by Stephen's arrogant dementia is his long-suffering wife Marjorie.

Rated NRDirector: Fritz LangThrillerCrimeDrama
  • Louis HaywardStephen Byrne
  • Jane WyattMarjorie Byrne
  • Lee BowmanJohn Byrne
  • Dorothy PatrickEmily Gaunt
  • Ann ShoemakerMrs. Ambrose
  • Jody GilbertFlora Bantam - John's housekeeper
  • Sarah PaddenMrs. Beach - Stephen's elderly cook
  • Peter BroccoHarry - coroner chairing inquest

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