A Scream in the Dark (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1943, A Scream in the Dark is a mystery film directed by George Sherman, running about 53 minutes.
What it’s about. A detective tries to prove that a woman is killing her spouses with a spiked umbrella.
Who’s in it. A Scream in the Dark stars Robert Lowery as Mike Brooker, Marie McDonald as Joan Allen, Edward Brophy as Eddie Tough and Elizabeth Russell as Muriel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, A Scream in the Dark has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Scream in the Dark page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Scream in the Dark tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Scream in the Dark (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Scream in the Dark change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Scream in the Dark worth watching?
- A Scream in the Dark holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Scream in the Dark?
- A Scream in the Dark stars Robert Lowery, Marie McDonald, Edward Brophy, Elizabeth Russell and Hobart Cavanaugh.
- When was A Scream in the Dark released?
- A Scream in the Dark was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 53 minutes.