The Cat and the Canary

Ten years after the death of millionaire Cyrus Norman, his will is to be read out to his six relatives, including Joyce Norman and Wally Campbell. Organized by Norman's lawyer, Crosby, the six meet at Norman's eerie New Orleans Gothic mansion. During the reading, the superstitious housekeeper declares that someone will be dead by midnight. Wally fears for Joyce when she is declared the sole inheritor, but all are alarmed when Crosby turns up dead.

Tagline

“A CHILL-AND-CHUCKLE CHASE!...A FORTUNE AT STAKE AND A MONSTER AT LARGE!”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Comedy, Horror, Mystery

Director

Elliott Nugent

Original Language

EN

What is The Cat and the Canary about?

Ten years after the death of millionaire Cyrus Norman, his will is to be read out to his six relatives, including Joyce Norman and Wally Campbell. Organized by Norman's lawyer, Crosby, the six meet at Norman's eerie New Orleans Gothic mansion. During the reading, the superstitious housekeeper declares that someone will be dead by midnight. Wally fears for Joyce when she is declared the sole inheritor, but all are alarmed when Crosby turns up dead.

Who directed The Cat and the Canary?

The Cat and the Canary was directed by Elliott Nugent.

When was The Cat and the Canary released?

The Cat and the Canary was released on October 27, 1939.

How long is The Cat and the Canary?

The Cat and the Canary has a runtime of 1h 13m.

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