The House Across the Bay
1940, English. Directed by Archie Mayo.
THREE MEN IN LOVE WITH THE SAME WOMAN! EACH DETERMINED TO GET HER!
Nightclub owner Steve Larwitt sees his empire of investments collapse as he faces tax evasion charges and attacks by rivals. Believing Steve will be safer in prison for one year, his wife, Brenda, testifies against him on advice from his lawyer, Slant Kolma, who is in love with her. After Steve receives 10 years in Alcatraz, Brenda moves to be near him and avoids advances of airplane builder Tim Nolan, who knows nothing about her past.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The House Across the Bay is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Shout! Factory in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 1 March 1940
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Kathryn Scola, Myles Connolly
- Budget
- $714K
- Box office
- $684K
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The House Across the Bay: quick answers
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How long is The House Across the Bay?
The House Across the Bay runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does The House Across the Bay have a post-credits scene?
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The House Across the Bay parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The House Across the Bay is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The House Across the Bay on?
The House Across the Bay is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Shout! Factory in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The House Across the Bay?
If you liked The House Across the Bay, try Executive Suite, Each Dawn I Die, The Locket.
Who directed The House Across the Bay?
The House Across the Bay (1940) was directed by Archie Mayo and stars George Raft, Joan Bennett, Lloyd Nolan.