The House of the Arrow(1953)
Doorway to Danger!
A London solicitor and a French detective investigate the mysterious death of an elderly woman suspected of being poisoned.
Movie: The House of the Arrow
Top 10 Billed Cast
Inspector Hanaud
Jim Frobisher
Betty Harlowe
Ann Upcott
Boris Wabersky
Police Commissaire Giradot
Lawyer Jarrett
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A London solicitor and a French detective investigate the mysterious death of an elderly woman suspected of being poisoned.
Release Date
1953-08-01
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6.5
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Doorway to Danger!
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