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The Letter

The Letter

Fascinating, Tantalizing and DANGEROUS!

After a woman shoots a man to death, a damning letter she wrote raises suspicions.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Letter
  • Genres: Crime, Drama
  • Release Date: 1940-11-21
  • Runtime: 95 minutes
  • Rating: 7.299/10 (226 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.705
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Bette Davis

Bette Davis

as Leslie Crosbie

Herbert Marshall

Herbert Marshall

as Robert Crosbie

James Stephenson

James Stephenson

as Howard Joyce

Frieda Inescort

Frieda Inescort

as Dorothy Joyce

Gale Sondergaard

Gale Sondergaard

as Mrs. Hammond

Bruce Lester

Bruce Lester

as John Withers

Elizabeth Inglis

Elizabeth Inglis

as Adele Ainsworth

Cecil Kellaway

Cecil Kellaway

as Prescott

Victor Sen Yung

Victor Sen Yung

as Ong Chi Seng

Doris Lloyd

Doris Lloyd

as Mrs. Cooper

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Letter (1940) Opening Scene: Bette Davis - Herbert Marshall - 1940s Film Noir - Classic Dramas

Allan Arkush discusses THE LETTER

The Letter trailer 1940

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Letter?

The Letter is a Crime, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1940-11-21.

Who are the main actors in The Letter?

The main cast includes Bette Davis, Herbert Marshall, James Stephenson, Frieda Inescort, Gale Sondergaard, .

Where can I watch The Letter online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Letter is available.

Is The Letter based on a true story?

Fascinating, Tantalizing and DANGEROUS!

What is the IMDb rating of The Letter?

The Letter has an IMDb rating of 7.299/10 based on 226 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Letter?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for The Letter?

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

Where was The Letter filmed?

The Letter was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Letter?

The total runtime of The Letter is 95 minutes.

Is The Letter suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Letter?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Letter.

Does The Letter have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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