The Strange Mr. Gregory (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1945, The Strange Mr. Gregory is a mystery film directed by Phil Rosen, running about 63 minutes. “You'll See Him in NIGHTMARES!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The title character, played by Edmund Lowe, is a famous magician who fakes his own death -- then reappears as his nonexistent twin brother. It's all part of Gregory's master scheme to pin his "murder" on innocent John Randall, the husband of Ellen, the woman Gregory loves.
Who’s in it. The Strange Mr. Gregory stars Edmund Lowe as Mr. Gregory / Lane Talbot, Jean Rogers as Ellen Randall, Donald Douglas as John Randall and Marjorie Hoshelle as Sheila Edwards, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Strange Mr. Gregory has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Strange Mr. Gregory page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Strange Mr. Gregory tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Strange Mr. Gregory (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Strange Mr. Gregory change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Strange Mr. Gregory worth watching?
- The Strange Mr. Gregory holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Strange Mr. Gregory?
- The Strange Mr. Gregory stars Edmund Lowe, Jean Rogers, Donald Douglas, Marjorie Hoshelle and Jonathan Hale.
- When was The Strange Mr. Gregory released?
- The Strange Mr. Gregory was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.