Dark Stairways (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1924, Dark Stairways is a mystery film directed by Robert F. Hill, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Sheldon Polk's father, a wealthy banker, agrees to make a loan to Frank Farnsworth. Sheldon is robbed while delivering the money and is arrested for theft on circumstantial evidence.
Who’s in it. Dark Stairways stars Herbert Rawlinson as Sheldon Polk, Ruth Dwyer as Sunny Day, Hayden Stevenson as Frank Farnsworth and Robert Homans as 'Dippy' Blake, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Dark Stairways sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dark Stairways page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dark Stairways tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dark Stairways (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dark Stairways change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dark Stairways worth watching?
- Dark Stairways holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Dark Stairways?
- Dark Stairways stars Herbert Rawlinson, Ruth Dwyer, Hayden Stevenson, Robert Homans and Walter Perry.
- When was Dark Stairways released?
- Dark Stairways was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.