The Shadow on the Window (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1957, The Shadow on the Window is a drama and crime film directed by William Asher, running about 76 minutes. “your eyes will open wide... at the terrifying things that happen in that room!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Three delinquents murder a prosperous farmer at an isolated farm house. One witness to the crime - the dead man's secretary - is then taken hostage. The other witness - her young son - is thrown into state of shock. Can he recover soon enough to help the police - and his father - rescue his mother before it's too late?
Who’s in it. The Shadow on the Window stars Philip Carey as Sgt. Tony Atlas, Betty Garrett as Linda Atlas, John Drew Barrymore as Jess Reber and Corey Allen as Gil Ramsey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Shadow on the Window 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 Shadow on the Window page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shadow on the Window tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shadow on the Window (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Shadow on the Window change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Shadow on the Window worth watching?
- The Shadow on the Window holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Shadow on the Window?
- The Shadow on the Window stars Philip Carey, Betty Garrett, John Drew Barrymore, Corey Allen and Gerald Sarracini.
- When was The Shadow on the Window released?
- The Shadow on the Window was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.