The Suspect
1945, English. Directed by Robert Siodmak.
His Was a Strange Secret, Hers Was a Strange Love
Genial shopkeeper Philip has to endure the constant nagging of a shrewish wife while he secretly yearns for a pretty young stenographer. When the henpecking gets to be too much, Philip murders his wife and manages to make her death look like an accident. A ruthless blackmailer and a low-key detective both discover Philip's secret, and he has to decide which of them poses the more dangerous threat.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 69 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Suspect
The Suspect isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Robert SiodmakDirector
- Charles LaughtonPhilip Marshall
- Ella RainesMary Gray
- Dean HarensJohn Marshall
- Stanley RidgesInspector Huxley
- Henry DaniellMr. Simmons
- Rosalind IvanCora Marshall
- Molly LamontMrs. Simmons
- Raymond SevernMerridew
- Eve AmberSybil
- Maude EburneMrs. Packer
- Clifford BrookeMr. Packer
- Gerald HamerGriswold (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 26 January 1945
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Bertram Millhauser
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The Suspect: quick answers
Is The Suspect worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 69 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Suspect?
The Suspect runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does The Suspect have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Suspect. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Suspect parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Suspect yet.
Which OTT platform is The Suspect on?
The Suspect isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 3 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Suspect?
If you liked The Suspect, try Dial M for Murder, Killer's Kiss, Suburbicon.
Who directed The Suspect?
The Suspect (1945) was directed by Robert Siodmak and stars Charles Laughton, Ella Raines, Dean Harens.