While the Patient Slept (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1935, While the Patient Slept is a mystery film directed by Ray Enright, running about 66 minutes. “MURDER IN THE BEDROOM!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A murder happens when greedy relatives gather to await the demise of their wealthy and very ill family patriarch.
Who’s in it. While the Patient Slept stars Aline MacMahon as Nurse Sarah Keate, Guy Kibbee as Detective Lt. Lance O'Leary, Lyle Talbot as Ross Lonergan and Patricia Ellis as March Federie, Richard's Granddaughter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, While the Patient Slept has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch While the Patient Slept page.
If you liked it. Fans of While the Patient Slept tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch While the Patient Slept (1935)?
- In US, While the Patient Slept is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is While the Patient Slept worth watching?
- While the Patient Slept holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in While the Patient Slept?
- While the Patient Slept stars Aline MacMahon, Guy Kibbee, Lyle Talbot, Patricia Ellis and Allen Jenkins.
- When was While the Patient Slept released?
- While the Patient Slept was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.