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Vigil in the Night (1940) | Criteria

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Vigil in the Night

English • 1940 • 1h 42m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Synopsis

A good nurse ruins her career by covering up for her sister's careless mistake.

Included in
June 2021
Position 74
Included in
Carole Lombard: First Lady of Screwball
Position 9

Credits

Crew

DirectorGeorge Stevens

WriterFred Guiol, Rowland Leigh, P.J. Wolfson

CinematographerRobert De Grasse

ComposerAlfred Newman

EditorHenry Berman

ProducerGeorge Stevens

Cast

Carole Lombardas Anne Lee

Brian Aherneas Dr. Robert S. Prescott

as Lucy Lee

Julien Mitchellas Matthew Bowley

Robert Cooteas Dr. Caley

Brenda Forbesas Nora Dunn

Peter Cushingas Joe Shand

Rita Pageas Glennie

Ethel Griffiesas Matron East

Doris Lloydas Mrs. Martha Bowley

Emily Fitzroyas Sister Gilson

May Beattyas Mrs. Merchant - Prescott's Housekeeper

John Bridgesas Jury Foreman

James Carlisleas Jury Member

Wallis Clarkas Mr. Peterson - Board Member

Donnie Dunaganas Tommy

Edward Fieldingas Forest - Epidemic Doctor

Jack Garganas Courtroom Spectator

Helena Grantas Nurse Gregg

Charlie Hallas Courtroom Spectator