Behind Locked Doors (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1948, Behind Locked Doors is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Budd Boetticher, running about 62 minutes. “MURDER was the ONLY way out!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Behind the locked doors of a mental institution resides crooked politico Judge Drake, free from prosecution so long as he pretends to be crazy. To get the goods on Drake, private detective Ross Stewart has himself committed to the asylum as a patient. Meanwhile, reporter Kathy Lawrence, posing as Stewart's wife, acts as his liaison to the outside world.
Who’s in it. Behind Locked Doors stars Lucille Bremer as Kathy Lawrence, Richard Carlson as Ross Stewart, Douglas Fowley as Larson and Ralf Harolde as Fred Hopps, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Behind Locked Doors has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Behind Locked Doors page.
If you liked it. Fans of Behind Locked Doors tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Behind Locked Doors (1948)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Behind Locked Doors change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Behind Locked Doors worth watching?
- Behind Locked Doors holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Behind Locked Doors?
- Behind Locked Doors stars Lucille Bremer, Richard Carlson, Douglas Fowley, Ralf Harolde and Thomas Browne Henry.
- When was Behind Locked Doors released?
- Behind Locked Doors was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.