Bury Me Dead (1947): cast, story & where to watch

1947 · Film · ★ 4.7

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Released in 1947, Bury Me Dead is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Bernard Vorhaus, running about 68 minutes. “SOMEONE...SOMEHOW...WANTS HER KILLED” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A woman watches her own funeral, then sets out with her lawyer to learn who was in the casket.

Who’s in it. Bury Me Dead stars Cathy O'Donnell as Rusty, June Lockhart as Barbara Carlin, Hugh Beaumont as Michael Dunn and Mark Daniels as Rod Carlin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Bury Me Dead has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bury Me Dead page.

If you liked it. Fans of Bury Me Dead tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Bury Me Dead (1947)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bury Me Dead change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Bury Me Dead worth watching?
Bury Me Dead holds an audience score of 4.7 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 Bury Me Dead?
Bury Me Dead stars Cathy O'Donnell, June Lockhart, Hugh Beaumont, Mark Daniels and Greg McClure.
When was Bury Me Dead released?
Bury Me Dead was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.