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The Dark at the Top of the Stairs

The Dark at the Top of the Stairs

Everytime a woman turns her face away because she's tired or unwilling - there's someone waiting like me!

In Oklahoma in the 1920s, Rubin Flood loses his job as a traveling salesman when the company goes bankrupt. This adds to his worries at home. His wife Cora is frigid because of trying to make ends meet. His teenage daughter Reenie is afraid of going out on dates, but eventually makes friends with a troubled Jewish boy Sammy Golden, and his son is a mama's boy. He finally storms out of the house when Cora falsely accuses him of having an affair with Mavis Pruitt.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Dark at the Top of the Stairs
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1960-09-28
  • Runtime: 124 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (11 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.6015
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Robert Preston

Robert Preston

as Rubin Flood

Dorothy McGuire

Dorothy McGuire

as Cora Flood

Eve Arden

Eve Arden

as Lottie Lacey

Angela Lansbury

Angela Lansbury

as Mavis Pruitt

Shirley Knight

Shirley Knight

as Reenie Flood

Lee Kinsolving

Lee Kinsolving

as Sammy Golden

Frank Overton

Frank Overton

as Morris Lacey

Penny Parker

Penny Parker

as Flirt Conway

Robert Eyer

Robert Eyer

as Sonny Flood

Robin Warga

Robin Warga

as Harold

Gallery

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External Links

Keywords

infidelitysalesmanantisemitism1920s

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Dark at the Top of the Stairs?

The Dark at the Top of the Stairs is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1960-09-28.

Who are the main actors in The Dark at the Top of the Stairs?

The main cast includes Robert Preston, Dorothy McGuire, Eve Arden, Angela Lansbury, Shirley Knight, .

Where can I watch The Dark at the Top of the Stairs online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Dark at the Top of the Stairs is available.

Is The Dark at the Top of the Stairs based on a true story?

Everytime a woman turns her face away because she's tired or unwilling - there's someone waiting like me!

What is the IMDb rating of The Dark at the Top of the Stairs?

The Dark at the Top of the Stairs has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 11 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Dark at the Top of the Stairs?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Dark at the Top of the Stairs?

The soundtrack was composed by Warner Bros. Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Dark at the Top of the Stairs filmed?

The Dark at the Top of the Stairs was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Dark at the Top of the Stairs?

The total runtime of The Dark at the Top of the Stairs is 124 minutes.

Is The Dark at the Top of the Stairs suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Dark at the Top of the Stairs?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Dark at the Top of the Stairs.

Does The Dark at the Top of the Stairs have a post-credit scene?

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