Black Orchid (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1953, Black Orchid is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Charles Saunders, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. Caught in a loveless marriage, Dr. John Winnington (Ronald Howard) can't stop himself from falling for his wife's (Mary Laura Wood) younger sister, Christine (Olga Edwardes). But when he suddenly becomes the prime suspect in his wife's tragic murder, John relies on his friend Eric (John Bentley) to clear his name. This classic murder mystery encourages viewers to evaluate all of the clues and guess the killer's identity.
Who’s in it. Black Orchid stars Ronald Howard as Dr.John Winnington, Olga Edwardes as Christine Shaw, John Bentley as Eric Blair and Sheila Burrell as Annette, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Black Orchid has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Orchid page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Orchid tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Orchid (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Orchid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black Orchid worth watching?
- Black Orchid holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black Orchid?
- Black Orchid stars Ronald Howard, Olga Edwardes, John Bentley, Sheila Burrell and Patrick Barr.
- When was Black Orchid released?
- Black Orchid was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.