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The Blue Dahlia

1946·Movie·NR·99 min·★ 6.7(179)

“Double dame trouble! Double-barrelled action!”

Soon after a veteran returns from war, his cheating wife is found dead. He evades police in an attempt to find the real murderer.

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Where to watch The Blue Dahlia in India

Can I watch The Blue Dahlia in India? The Blue Dahlia isn't on subscription streaming in India right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Click a service to open The Blue Dahlia there. Availability last verified on November 13, 2026.

Where is The Blue Dahlia streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
India—Amazon Video
United States—Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
Canada—Apple TV Store, YouTube, Amazon Video
SpainFilmin—
Japan—FOD

About The Blue Dahlia

The Blue Dahlia is a 1946 English-language crime, drama and mystery film directed by George Marshall. The cast is led by Alan Ladd, Veronica Lake, William Bendix. It has a runtime of 1h 39m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 200 ratings. In India, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.

The Blue Dahlia was produced by Paramount Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on April 16, 1946, and carries a NR certification. At the box office it grossed around $3 million worldwide.

Director
George Marshall
Writers
Raymond Chandler
Release date
April 16, 1946
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Box office
$3 million
Production
Paramount Pictures
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The Blue Dahlia cast & crew

The Blue Dahlia was directed by George Marshall and written by Raymond Chandler.

The cast features Alan Ladd as Johnny Morrison, Veronica Lake as Joyce Harwood, William Bendix as Buzz Wanchek, Howard Da Silva as Eddie Harwood, Doris Dowling as Helen Morrison, and Tom Powers as Capt. Hendrickson.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Victor Young, cinematography is by Lionel Lindon, and it was produced by John Houseman.

Is The Blue Dahlia worth watching?

The Blue Dahlia holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 179 ratings, a solidly received crime films.

At 1h 39m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy crime, drama, and mystery, The Blue Dahlia is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Blue Dahlia

The Blue Dahlia isn't on a subscription service in India right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect India today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.

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Cast of The Blue Dahlia

Alan Ladd

Alan Ladd

Johnny Morrison

Veronica Lake

Veronica Lake

Joyce Harwood

William Bendix

William Bendix

Buzz Wanchek

Howard Da Silva

Howard Da Silva

Eddie Harwood

Doris Dowling

Doris Dowling

Helen Morrison

Tom Powers

Tom Powers

Capt. Hendrickson

Hugh Beaumont

Hugh Beaumont

George Copeland

Howard Freeman

Howard Freeman

Corelli

Don Costello

Don Costello

Leo

Will Wright

Will Wright

"Dad" Newell

Frank Faylen

Frank Faylen

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Walter Sande

Walter Sande

Heath

The Blue Dahlia — FAQs

▸Where can I watch The Blue Dahlia in India?

The Blue Dahlia is not on subscription streaming in India right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

▸Where can I watch The Blue Dahlia in the US?

The Blue Dahlia isn't on subscription streaming in the US, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

▸What language is The Blue Dahlia in?

The Blue Dahlia is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is The Blue Dahlia?

The Blue Dahlia runs 1 hours 39 minutes (99 minutes).

▸What is The Blue Dahlia rated?

The Blue Dahlia is rated NR. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 179 ratings.

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