Fingers at the Window (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1942, Fingers at the Window is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Charles Lederer, running about 80 minutes. “DANGER AT NIGHTFALL!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In Chicago, an unemployed actor aims to solve the mystery concerning a string of ax murders, apparently committed by a lunatic.
Who’s in it. Fingers at the Window stars Lew Ayres as Oliver Duffy, Laraine Day as Edwina 'Eddie' Brown, Basil Rathbone as Cesar Ferrari / Dr. H. Santelle and Walter Kingsford as Dr. Cromwall, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Fingers at the Window has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on TCM. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fingers at the Window page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fingers at the Window tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fingers at the Window (1942)?
- In US, Fingers at the Window is available to stream on TCM. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Fingers at the Window worth watching?
- Fingers at the Window holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fingers at the Window?
- Fingers at the Window stars Lew Ayres, Laraine Day, Basil Rathbone, Walter Kingsford and Miles Mander.
- When was Fingers at the Window released?
- Fingers at the Window was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.