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The File on Thelma Jordon

1949·Movie·NR·100 min·6.6(67)

...SHE'LL LIE...KILL OR KISS HER WAY OUT OF ANYTHING!

Cleve Marshall, an assistant district attorney, falls for Thelma Jordon, a mysterious woman with a troubled past. When Thelma becomes a suspect in her aunt's murder, Cleve tries to clear her name.

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About The File on Thelma Jordon

The File on Thelma Jordon is a 1949 English-language thriller, drama and crime film directed by Robert Siodmak. The cast is led by Barbara Stanwyck, Wendell Corey, Paul Kelly. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 6.6/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on IndieFlix, Cultpix, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel.

The File on Thelma Jordon was produced by Hal Wallis Productions, Wallis-Hazen Inc., and Paramount Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on November 4, 1949, and carries a NR certification.

Director
Robert Siodmak
Writers
Ketti Frings, Marty Holland
Release date
November 4, 1949
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Hal Wallis Productions, Wallis-Hazen Inc., Paramount Pictures
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The File on Thelma Jordon cast & crew

The File on Thelma Jordon was directed by Robert Siodmak and written by Ketti Frings and Marty Holland.

The cast features Barbara Stanwyck as Thelma Jordon, Wendell Corey as Cleve Marshall, Paul Kelly as Miles Scott, Joan Tetzel as Pamela Blackwell Marshall, Stanley Ridges as Kingsley Willis, and Richard Rober as Tony Laredo.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Victor Young, cinematography is by George Barnes, and it was produced by Hal B. Wallis.

Is The File on Thelma Jordon worth watching?

The File on Thelma Jordon holds an audience score of 6.6/10 from 67 ratings, a solidly received thriller films.

At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy thriller, drama, and crime, The File on Thelma Jordon is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The File on Thelma Jordon

In United States, you can stream The File on Thelma Jordon on IndieFlix, Cultpix, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel, JustWatch TV, and Fawesome, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of The File on Thelma Jordon

Barbara Stanwyck

Barbara Stanwyck

Thelma Jordon

Wendell Corey

Wendell Corey

Cleve Marshall

Paul Kelly

Paul Kelly

Miles Scott

Joan Tetzel

Joan Tetzel

Pamela Blackwell Marshall

Stanley Ridges

Stanley Ridges

Kingsley Willis

Richard Rober

Richard Rober

Tony Laredo

Minor Watson

Minor Watson

Judge Calvin H. Blackwell

Barry Kelley

Barry Kelley

District Attorney William Pierce

Kasey Rogers

Kasey Rogers

Dolly - Cleve's Secretary

Basil Ruysdael

Basil Ruysdael

Judge Jonathan David Hancock

Jane Novak

Jane Novak

Mrs. Blackwell

Gertrude Hoffmann

Gertrude Hoffmann

Aunt Vera Edwards

The File on Thelma Jordon — FAQs

Where can I watch The File on Thelma Jordon in United States?

The File on Thelma Jordon is streaming on IndieFlix, Cultpix, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel, JustWatch TV in United States.

Is The File on Thelma Jordon on IndieFlix?

Yes — The File on Thelma Jordon is currently available on IndieFlix in United States.

What language is The File on Thelma Jordon in?

The File on Thelma Jordon is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is The File on Thelma Jordon?

The File on Thelma Jordon runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).

What is The File on Thelma Jordon rated?

The File on Thelma Jordon is rated NR. It holds a 6.6/10 audience score from 67 ratings.

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