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The Prowler
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The Prowler

1951-05-25 · 93 min · ★ 6.8

Drama · Thriller

Los Angeles, California. A cop who, unhappy with his job, blames others for his work problems, is assigned to investigate the case of a prowler who stalks the home of a married woman.

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Directors
Joseph Losey
Production companies
Horizon Pictures
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

Van HeflinVan HeflinWebb Garwood
Evelyn KeyesEvelyn KeyesSusan Gilvray
John MaxwellJohn MaxwellBud Crocker
Katherine WarrenKatherine WarrenGrace Crocker
Emerson TreacyEmerson TreacyWilliam Gilvray
Madge BlakeMadge BlakeMartha Gilvray
Wheaton ChambersWheaton ChambersDoctor James
Robert OsterlohRobert OsterlohCoroner
Sherry HallJohn Gilvray
Louise LorimerLouise LorimerMotel Manager
Dalton TrumboDalton TrumboJohn Gilvray's Voice (voice) (uncredited)
Bess FlowersBess FlowersSpectator at Coroner's Inquest (uncredited)

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