The Girl Who Dared (1944): cast, story & where to watch

1944 · Film · ★ 5.8

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Released in 1944, The Girl Who Dared is a thriller, mystery and romance film directed by Howard Bretherton, running about 56 minutes. “YOUR BLOOD WILL RUN COLD...it's got those CHILLS and THRILLS!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A group of people are invited to a party at a creepy mansion where legend has it a ghost appears once a year.

Who’s in it. The Girl Who Dared stars Lorna Gray as Ann Carroll, Peter Cookson as Rufus Blair, Grant Withers as Homer Norton and Veda Ann Borg as Cynthia Harrison / Sylvia Scott, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Girl Who Dared has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Girl Who Dared page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Girl Who Dared tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Girl Who Dared (1944)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Girl Who Dared change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Girl Who Dared worth watching?
The Girl Who Dared holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Girl Who Dared?
The Girl Who Dared stars Lorna Gray, Peter Cookson, Grant Withers, Veda Ann Borg and John Hamilton.
When was The Girl Who Dared released?
The Girl Who Dared was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.