Tread Softly (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1952, Tread Softly is a mystery film directed by David MacDonald, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. Story of a chorus girl who is "discovered" and finds romance during the unraveling of a mystery in a once derelict theatre.
Who’s in it. Tread Softly stars Frances Day as Madeleine Peters, Patricia Dainton as Tangye Ward, John Bentley as Keith Gilbert and John Laurie as Angus McDonald, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Tread Softly has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tread Softly page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tread Softly tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tread Softly (1952)?
- In GB, Tread Softly is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Tread Softly worth watching?
- Tread Softly holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tread Softly?
- Tread Softly stars Frances Day, Patricia Dainton, John Bentley, John Laurie and Olaf Olsen.