Arsenic and Old Lace
1944, English. Directed by Frank Capra.
She Passed Out On Cary! No Wonder . . . She's just discovered his favorite aunts have poisoned their 13th gentleman friend!
Mortimer Brewster, a newspaper drama critic, playwright, and author known for his diatribes against marriage, suddenly falls in love and gets married; but when he makes a quick trip home to tell his two maiden aunts, he finds out his aunts' hobby - killing lonely old men and burying them in the cellar!
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Frank CapraDirector
- Cary GrantMortimer Brewster
- Priscilla LaneElaine Harper Brewster
- Josephine HullAunt Abby Brewster
- Jean AdairAunt Martha Brewster
- Raymond MasseyJonathan Brewster
- John Alexander'Teddy Roosevelt' Brewster
- Peter LorreDr. Einstein
- Jack CarsonOfficer Patrick O'Hara
- Edward Everett HortonMr. Witherspoon
- James GleasonLt. Rooney
- Grant MitchellReverend Harper
- Edward McNamaraSergeant Brophy
Details
- Released
- 1 September 1944
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Julius J. Epstein, Philip G. Epstein
- Budget
- $1.1M
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What Arsenic and Old Lace is based on
Arsenic and Old Lace is based on Arsenic and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring, published by Random House and Lavender and Old Lace (1902) by Myrtle Reed, published by G. P. Putnam's Sons.
Arsenic and Old Lace
By Joseph Kesselring
Published by Random House
1902
Lavender and Old Lace
By Myrtle Reed
Published by G. P. Putnam's Sons
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Arsenic and Old Lace: quick answers
Is Arsenic and Old Lace worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 1,098 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Arsenic and Old Lace?
Arsenic and Old Lace runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does Arsenic and Old Lace have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Arsenic and Old Lace. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Arsenic and Old Lace parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Arsenic and Old Lace is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Arsenic and Old Lace on?
Arsenic and Old Lace is streaming on TCM in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Arsenic and Old Lace?
If you liked Arsenic and Old Lace, try Kind Hearts and Coronets, Shadow of the Thin Man, The Thursday Murder Club.
Who directed Arsenic and Old Lace?
Arsenic and Old Lace (1944) was directed by Frank Capra and stars Cary Grant, Priscilla Lane, Josephine Hull.
What is Arsenic and Old Lace based on?
Arsenic and Old Lace is based on Arsenic and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring, published by Random House and Lavender and Old Lace (1902) by Myrtle Reed, published by G. P. Putnam's Sons.