Still from Sudden Fear — Sudden Fear (1952) — David MillerPhotographed by Charles Lang

David Miller

Sudden Fear

Name: Sudden Fear
Genre: Crime, Thriller
Released: 1952
Duration: 112 min

English / 1952 / 1h 52m

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Crime Thriller

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Synopsis

Actor Lester Blaine has all but landed the lead in Myra Hudson's new play when Myra vetoes him because, to her, he doesn't look like a romantic leading man. On a train from New York to San Francisco, Blaine sets out to prove Myra wrong...by romancing her. Is he sincere, or does he have a dark ulterior motive?

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Starring Joan Crawford
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Credits

Crew

DirectorDavid Miller

WriterRobert Smith, Lenore J. Coffee

Cinematographer

Cast

Joan Crawfordas Myra Hudson Blaine

Jack Palanceas Lester Blaine

Gloria Grahameas Irene Neves

Bruce Bennettas Steve Kearney

Virginia Hustonas Ann Taylor

Mike Connorsas Junior Kearney

Bess Flowersas Party Guest (uncredited)

Harold Milleras Reception Guest (uncredited)

Bert Stevensas Opera Patron (uncredited)