The Spiral Staircase (1961)
Based on the screenplay by Mel Dinelli, this story revolves around Helen Warren, a beautiful mute girl, who becomes the target of a mysterious killer who preys on young handicapped women.
Director: Boris Sagal
Genre: Thriller, TV Movie, Horror, Mystery
Runtime: 61 min
Release Date: October 4, 1961
Cast
- Elizabeth Montgomery - Helen Warren
- Lillian Gish - Mrs. Warren
- Gig Young - Stephen Warren
- Edie Adams - Blanche
- Eddie Albert - Albert Warren
- Jeffrey Lynn - Doctor Parry
- Frank McHugh - Constable Williams
Screenplay
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Serial Murder Clue Hunt
Keywords
based on novel or book, serial killer, killing spree, spiral staircase, bedridden, physical disability, mute servant, disability discrimination
More Films by Director: Boris Sagal
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Spiral Staircase about?
- Based on the screenplay by Mel Dinelli, this story revolves around Helen Warren, a beautiful mute girl, who becomes the target of a mysterious killer who preys on young handicapped women.
- Who directed The Spiral Staircase?
- The Spiral Staircase was directed by Boris Sagal.
- Who stars in The Spiral Staircase?
- The Spiral Staircase stars Elizabeth Montgomery, Lillian Gish, Gig Young, Edie Adams, Eddie Albert, Jeffrey Lynn.
- How long is The Spiral Staircase?
- The Spiral Staircase has a runtime of 1h 1m (61 minutes).
- What genre is The Spiral Staircase?
- The Spiral Staircase is a Thriller, TV Movie, Horror, Mystery film.
- Where was The Spiral Staircase produced?
- The Spiral Staircase was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of The Spiral Staircase?
- The themes of The Spiral Staircase include: Serial Murder Clue Hunt.