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Still from Vigil in the Night — Vigil in the Night (1940) — George StevensPhotographed by Robert De Grasse

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George Stevens

Vigil in the Night

English / 1940 / 1h 42m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Letterboxd: 3.28/5·569 ratings·124 reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

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

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Position 74
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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

Anne Shirleyas 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

Vigil in the Night (1940) | Criteria