The Spiral Staircase
1961, English. Directed by Boris Sagal.
Based on the screenplay by Mel Dinelli, this story revolves around Helen Warren, a beautiful mute girl, who becomes the target of a mysterious killer who preys on young handicapped women.
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 4 October 1961
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Mel Dinelli
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What The Spiral Staircase is based on
The Spiral Staircase is adapted from a novel.
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How long is The Spiral Staircase?
The Spiral Staircase runs 61 minutes (1h 1m).
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Which OTT platform is The Spiral Staircase on?
The Spiral Staircase isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 4 October 1961. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Spiral Staircase?
If you liked The Spiral Staircase, try When a Stranger Calls Back, Someone's Watching Me!, Is There a Killer in My Family?.
Who directed The Spiral Staircase?
The Spiral Staircase (1961) was directed by Boris Sagal and stars Elizabeth Montgomery, Lillian Gish, Gig Young.
What is The Spiral Staircase based on?
The Spiral Staircase is adapted from a novel.