Turn the Key Softly (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1953, Turn the Key Softly is a drama and crime film directed by Jack Lee, running about 81 minutes. “An Intimate Study in Passion and Suspense...!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A bitter burglar, a prostitute and an elderly shoplifter spend their first day out of jail.
Who’s in it. Turn the Key Softly stars Yvonne Mitchell as Monica Marsden, Terence Morgan as David, Joan Collins as Stella Jarvis and Kathleen Harrison as Granny Quilliam, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Turn the Key Softly has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on ITVX Premium. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Turn the Key Softly page.
If you liked it. Fans of Turn the Key Softly tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Turn the Key Softly (1953)?
- In GB, Turn the Key Softly is available to stream on ITVX Premium. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Turn the Key Softly worth watching?
- Turn the Key Softly holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Turn the Key Softly?
- Turn the Key Softly stars Yvonne Mitchell, Terence Morgan, Joan Collins, Kathleen Harrison and Thora Hird.
- When was Turn the Key Softly released?
- Turn the Key Softly was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.