

The Old Dark House
1932-10-20 · 70 min · ★ 6.7
In a remote region of Wales, five travelers beset by a relentless storm find shelter in an old mansion.
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- Directors
- James Whale
- Production companies
- Universal Pictures
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 250,000
Top Cast
Boris KarloffMorgan
Melvyn DouglasPenderel
Charles LaughtonSir William Porterhouse
Lilian BondGladys
Ernest ThesigerHorace Femm
Eva MooreRebecca Femm
Raymond MasseyPhilip Waverton
Gloria StuartMargaret Waverton
Elspeth DudgeonSir Roderick Femm
Brember WillsSaul FemmTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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