Inner Sanctum (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1948, Inner Sanctum is a thriller, crime and mystery film directed by Lew Landers, running about 62 minutes. “Great on the air... Thrilling as a best seller... Now a sensation as a new screen hit!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A killer hides out in a small-town boarding house.
Who’s in it. Inner Sanctum stars Charles Russell as Harold Dunlap, Mary Beth Hughes as Jean Maxwell, Dale Belding as Mike Bennett and Billy House as McFee, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Inner Sanctum has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on FilmBox+ and Artiflix and rent or buy it from YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Inner Sanctum page.
If you liked it. Fans of Inner Sanctum tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Inner Sanctum (1948)?
- In US, Inner Sanctum is available to stream on FilmBox+ and Artiflix, and rent or buy from YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Inner Sanctum worth watching?
- Inner Sanctum holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Inner Sanctum?
- Inner Sanctum stars Charles Russell, Mary Beth Hughes, Dale Belding, Billy House and Fritz Leiber.
- When was Inner Sanctum released?
- Inner Sanctum was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.