Arsenic and Old Lace (1969)
A drama critic learns on his wedding day that his beloved maiden aunts are homicidal maniacs, and that insanity runs in his family.
Director: Robert Scheerer
Genre: Comedy, Crime, TV Movie
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: April 2, 1969
Cast
- Helen Hayes - Abby Brewster
- Bob Crane - Mortimer Brewster
- Lillian Gish - Martha Brewster
- Fred Gwynne - Jonathan Brewster
- Sue Lyon - Elaine Harper
- Bob Dishy - Cop
- Jack Gilford - Dr. Jonas Salk
- David Wayne - Teddy Brewster
- Billy De Wolfe - Officer O'Hara
- Richard Deacon - Mr. Witherspoon
Screenplay
- Luther Davis
- Joseph Kesselring (Theatre Play)
Music: Norman Paris
Production: United Artists Television
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Robert Scheerer
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Arsenic and Old Lace about?
- A drama critic learns on his wedding day that his beloved maiden aunts are homicidal maniacs, and that insanity runs in his family.
- Who directed Arsenic and Old Lace?
- Arsenic and Old Lace was directed by Robert Scheerer.
- Who stars in Arsenic and Old Lace?
- Arsenic and Old Lace stars Helen Hayes, Bob Crane, Lillian Gish, Fred Gwynne, Sue Lyon, Bob Dishy.
- How long is Arsenic and Old Lace?
- Arsenic and Old Lace has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is Arsenic and Old Lace?
- Arsenic and Old Lace is a Comedy, Crime, TV Movie film.
- Where was Arsenic and Old Lace produced?
- Arsenic and Old Lace was produced in United States of America.