Arsenic and Old Lace
1969, English. Directed by Robert Scheerer.
A drama critic learns on his wedding day that his beloved maiden aunts are homicidal maniacs, and that insanity runs in his family.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Robert ScheererDirector
- Helen HayesAbby Brewster
- Bob CraneMortimer Brewster
- Lillian GishMartha Brewster
- Fred GwynneJonathan Brewster
- Sue LyonElaine Harper
- Bob DishyCop
- Jack GilfordDr. Jonas Salk
- David WayneTeddy Brewster
- Billy De WolfeOfficer O'Hara
- Richard DeaconMr. Witherspoon
- Frank CampanellaCast
- Victor KilianCast
Details
- Released
- 2 April 1969
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Luther Davis
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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.
Arsenic and Old Lace
By Joseph Kesselring
Published by Random House
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Is Arsenic and Old Lace worth watching?
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How long is Arsenic and Old Lace?
Arsenic and Old Lace runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does Arsenic and Old Lace have a post-credits scene?
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Arsenic and Old Lace parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Arsenic and Old Lace on?
Arsenic and Old Lace isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 April 1969. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Arsenic and Old Lace?
If you liked Arsenic and Old Lace, try Psych 3: This Is Gus, Psych: The Movie, Mr. Monk's Last Case: A Monk Movie.
Who directed Arsenic and Old Lace?
Arsenic and Old Lace (1969) was directed by Robert Scheerer and stars Helen Hayes, Bob Crane, Lillian Gish.
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.