The House on Telegraph Hill (1951)

Cast

• Richard Basehart - Alan Spender
• Valentina Cortese - Victoria Kowelska
• William Lundigan - Major Marc Bennett
• Fay Baker - Margaret
• Gordon Gebert - Christopher
• Steven Geray - Dr. Burkhardt
• Herbert Butterfield - Joseph C. Callahan
• Kei Thin Chung - Kei - Houseboy
• John Burton - Mr. Whitmore
• Katherine Meskill - Mrs. Whitmore

Screenplay

• Dana Lyon (Novel)
• Elick Moll (Screenplay)
• Frank Partos (Screenplay)

Keywords

san francisco, california, film noir, old house, assumed identity, post world war ii, governess, identity swap, concentration camp survivor, jewish refugee, murder plot, child endangerment, poisoned drink, hasty marriage

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The House on Telegraph Hill about?

Concentration camp survivor Victoria Kowelska finds herself involved in mystery, greed, and murder when she assumes the identity of a dead friend in order to gain passage to America.

Who directed The House on Telegraph Hill?

The House on Telegraph Hill was directed by Robert Wise.

Who stars in The House on Telegraph Hill?

The House on Telegraph Hill stars Richard Basehart, Valentina Cortese, William Lundigan, Fay Baker, Gordon Gebert, Steven Geray.

How long is The House on Telegraph Hill?

The House on Telegraph Hill has a runtime of 1h 33m (93 minutes).

What genre is The House on Telegraph Hill?

The House on Telegraph Hill is a Thriller, Drama, Mystery film.

Where was The House on Telegraph Hill produced?

The House on Telegraph Hill was produced in United States of America.