The Spiral Staircase
“Conflicts that freeze your emotions! Suspense that takes your breath!”
On a stormy night, the mute servant to an ailing matriarch is stalked by a serial killer.
Where to watch The Spiral Staircase in United States
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Where is The Spiral Staircase streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | FlixFling, Bloodstream, Plex, Mometu | FlixFling |
| India | Bloodstream, Plex | — |
| United Kingdom | Bloodstream, Plex | — |
| Canada | FlixFling, Bloodstream, Plex | FlixFling |
| Australia | Bloodstream, Plex | — |
| Germany | Bloodstream, Plex | — |
| France | Bloodstream, Plex | — |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Filmin, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Bloodstream | — |
| Brazil | Bloodstream, Plex | — |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, FOD Channel Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Bloodstream | Amazon Video, FOD |
About The Spiral Staircase
The Spiral Staircase is a 1946 English-language horror, mystery and thriller film directed by Robert Siodmak. The cast is led by Dorothy McGuire, George Brent, Ethel Barrymore. It has a runtime of 1h 23m. Viewers rate it 7.1/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on FlixFling, Bloodstream, Plex.
The Spiral Staircase was produced by RKO Radio Pictures, Dore Schary Productions, and Vanguard Films and made in United States of America. It was released on January 26, 1946, and carries a NR certification. Made on a budget of about $1 million, it went on to gross $3 million worldwide.
- Director
- Robert Siodmak
- Writers
- Mel Dinelli
- Release date
- January 26, 1946
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $1 million
- Box office
- $3 million
- Production
- RKO Radio Pictures, Dore Schary Productions, Vanguard Films
The Spiral Staircase cast & crew
The Spiral Staircase was directed by Robert Siodmak and written by Mel Dinelli.
The cast features Dorothy McGuire as Helen, George Brent as Professor Warren, Ethel Barrymore as Mrs. Warren, Kent Smith as Dr. Parry, Rhonda Fleming as Blanche, and Gordon Oliver as Steve Warren.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Roy Webb, cinematography is by Nicholas Musuraca, and it was produced by Dore Schary.
Is The Spiral Staircase worth watching?
The Spiral Staircase holds an audience score of 7.1/10 from 276 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed horror films.
At 1h 23m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy horror, mystery, and thriller, The Spiral Staircase is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Spiral Staircase
In United States, you can stream The Spiral Staircase on FlixFling, Bloodstream, Plex, and Mometu, or rent and buy it on FlixFling. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of The Spiral Staircase
Dorothy McGuire
Helen
George Brent
Professor Warren
Ethel Barrymore
Mrs. Warren
Kent Smith
Dr. Parry
Rhonda Fleming
Blanche
Gordon Oliver
Steve Warren
Elsa Lanchester
Mrs. Oates
Sara Allgood
Nurse Barker
Rhys Williams
Mr. Oates
James Bell
Constable
Erville Alderson
Dr. Harvey (uncredited)
Ellen Corby
Neighbour (uncredited)
The Spiral Staircase — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Spiral Staircase in United States?
The Spiral Staircase is streaming on FlixFling, Bloodstream, Plex, Mometu in United States.
▸Is The Spiral Staircase on FlixFling?
Yes — The Spiral Staircase is currently available on FlixFling in United States.
▸What language is The Spiral Staircase in?
The Spiral Staircase is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Spiral Staircase?
The Spiral Staircase runs 1 hours 23 minutes (83 minutes).
▸What is The Spiral Staircase rated?
The Spiral Staircase is rated NR. It holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 276 ratings.
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