Double Door (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1934, Double Door is a drama, horror and mystery film directed by Charles Vidor, running about 75 minutes. “The Female of the Species is More Deadly Than the Male!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A domineering money-bags whose suppressed incestuous urges go into overdrive when her half-brother brings a new bride home to the family’s gloomy Fifth Avenue mansion. The title refers to a secret soundproofed chamber that the villainess uses to entrap her enemies.
Who’s in it. Double Door stars Evelyn Venable as Anne Darrow, Mary Morris as Victoria Van Brett, Anne Revere as Caroline Van Brett and Kent Taylor as Rip Van Brett, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Double Door has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Double Door page.
If you liked it. Fans of Double Door tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Double Door (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Double Door change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Double Door worth watching?
- Double Door holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Double Door?
- Double Door stars Evelyn Venable, Mary Morris, Anne Revere, Kent Taylor and Guy Standing.
- When was Double Door released?
- Double Door was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.