The Strange Door (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1951, The Strange Door is a thriller and horror film directed by Joseph Pevney, running about 81 minutes. “Robert Louis Stevenson's masterpiece of Terror !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The wicked Alain plots an elaborate revenge against his younger brother Edmund, leading to a deadly confrontation in his dungeon deathtrap.
Who’s in it. The Strange Door stars Charles Laughton as Sire Alain de Maletroit, Boris Karloff as Voltan, Sally Forrest as Blanche de Maletroit and Richard Wyler as Denis de Beaulieu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Strange Door 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 The Strange Door page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Strange Door tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Strange Door (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Strange Door change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Strange Door worth watching?
- The Strange Door holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Strange Door?
- The Strange Door stars Charles Laughton, Boris Karloff, Sally Forrest, Richard Wyler and William Cottrell.
- When was The Strange Door released?
- The Strange Door was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.