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Cry Wolf
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Cry Wolf

1947-08-19 · 83 min · ★ 6.1

Thriller · Mystery

A woman uncovers deadly secrets when she visits her late husband's family.

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Directors
Peter Godfrey
Production companies
Thomson Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 1,461,000
Revenue
USD 2,690,000

Top Cast

Errol FlynnErrol FlynnMark Caldwell
Barbara StanwyckBarbara StanwyckSandra Marshall
Geraldine BrooksGeraldine BrooksJulie Demarest
Richard BasehartRichard BasehartJames Caldwell Demarest
Jerome CowanJerome CowanSen. Charles Caldwell
John RidgelyJohn RidgelyJackson Laidell
Patricia BarryPatricia BarryAngela the Maid
Rory MallinsonRory MallinsonBecket the Butler
Helene ThimigHelene ThimigMarta the Housekeeper
Paul StantonPaul StantonDavenport
Barry BernardBarry BernardRoberts (Groom)
John ElliottJohn ElliottClergyman (voice / uncredited)
Lisa GolmLisa GolmMrs. Laidell (uncredited)
Creighton HaleCreighton HaleDr. Reynolds (uncredited)
Jack MowerJack MowerWatkins (uncredited)
Paul PanzerPaul PanzerGatekeeper (uncredited)

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