The Man in the Trunk (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film
Released in 1942, The Man in the Trunk is a comedy and crime film directed by Malcolm St. Clair, running about 71 minutes. “He's a howl of a horror who'd rather haunt a lady's boudoir than a house!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The ghost of a murdered man returns to Earth to help a young couple find his killer.
Who’s in it. The Man in the Trunk stars Lynne Roberts as Peggy LaRue, George Holmes as Dick Burke, Raymond Walburn as Jim Cheevers and J. Carrol Naish as Reginald DeWinters, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man in the Trunk page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man in the Trunk tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man in the Trunk (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man in the Trunk change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Man in the Trunk?
- The Man in the Trunk stars Lynne Roberts, George Holmes, Raymond Walburn, J. Carrol Naish and Dorothy Peterson.
- When was The Man in the Trunk released?
- The Man in the Trunk was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.