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The 13th Letter (1951)

NR · 1951-02-21 · 1h 25m · EN
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A Strange Kind of Killer Is Loose in This Town!

When Dr. Pearson comes to a quiet Quebec town to set up his medical practice, he attracts the notice of Cora, whose husband, Paul, is the town's other doctor, and Denise, eldest daughter of the family in whose house he lodges. When an unknown person begins writing letters attacking Dr. Pearson and Cora for having an affair, a complex web of rumors, lies and accusations begins to ensnare nearly everyone in town.

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Otto PremingerDirector

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Linda DarnellLinda DarnellDenise TurnerCharles BoyerCharles BoyerDr. Paul LaurentMichael RennieMichael RennieDr. PearsonConstance SmithConstance SmithCora LaurentFrançoise RosayFrançoise RosayMrs. GauthierJudith EvelynJudith EvelynSister Marie CorbinGuy SorelGuy SorelRobert HelierJune HedinJune HedinRochelle TurnerGeorge AlexanderGeorge AlexanderDr. Fletcher (uncredited)Jacques AugerJacques AugerPriest (uncredited)Lucie BoitresLucie BoitresTownswoman (uncredited)C. BosvierC. BosvierTownsman (uncredited)

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What is The 13th Letter about?

When Dr. Pearson comes to a quiet Quebec town to set up his medical practice, he attracts the notice of Cora, whose husband, Paul, is the town's other doctor, and Denise, eldest daughter of the family in whose house he lodges. When an unknown person begins writing letters attacking Dr. Pearson and Cora for having an affair, a complex web of rumors, lies and accusations begins to ensnare nearly everyone in town.

How long is The 13th Letter?

The 13th Letter has a runtime of 85 minutes.