Shadows in the Night (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1944, Shadows in the Night is a crime film directed by Eugene Forde, running about 67 minutes. “See the Crime Doctor solve the mystery of the eerie house on the cliff!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A criminal psychologist tries to help a beautiful heiress going mad in a haunted mansion.
Who’s in it. Shadows in the Night stars Warner Baxter as Dr. Robert Ordway, Nina Foch as Lois Garland, George Zucco as Frank Swift and Edward Norris as Jess Hilton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Shadows in the Night has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shadows in the Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shadows in the Night tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shadows in the Night (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shadows in the Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shadows in the Night worth watching?
- Shadows in the Night holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shadows in the Night?
- Shadows in the Night stars Warner Baxter, Nina Foch, George Zucco, Edward Norris and Lester Matthews.
- When was Shadows in the Night released?
- Shadows in the Night was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.