

Classic Southern gothic noir with Robert Mitchum’s menacing preacher—one of the most haunting thrillers ever put to film.
This atmospheric thriller, directed by Charles Laughton, is a dark and eerie tale of a corrupt preacher hunting for hidden money. With its stunning cinematography and iconic performances, it has earned its place as a classic in the film-noir genre.


















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In Depression-era West Virginia, a serial-killing preacher hunts two young children who know the whereabouts of a stash of money.
Release
1955-07-27
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Original language
English
Runtime
1 hour 32 minutes
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