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The Climax

"The screen's classic of suspense!"

October 20, 1944 1h 26m 5.5/10 (35 votes)

Originally released in 1944. The Climax is a music/horror film. directed by George Waggner. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Boris Karloff, Susanna Foster, and Turhan Bey

Synopsis

Dr. Hohner, theatre physician at the Vienna Royal Theatre, murders his mistress, the star soprano when his jealousy drives him to the point of mad obsession. Ten years later, another young singer reminds Hohner of the late diva and his old mania kicks in. Hohner wants to prevent her from singing for anyone but him, even if it means silencing her forever.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 20, 1944 81 years ago
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Runtime 1h 26m 86 minutes total
User Rating 5.5/10 Mixed (35 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Universal Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Climax about?

Dr. Hohner, theatre physician at the Vienna Royal Theatre, murders his mistress, the star soprano when his jealousy drives him to the point of mad obsession. Ten years later, another young singer r...

Who directed The Climax?

The Climax was directed by George Waggner.

How long is The Climax?

The Climax has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).

When was The Climax released?

The Climax was released on October 20, 1944 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Climax?

The main cast of The Climax includes Boris Karloff, Susanna Foster, Turhan Bey, Gale Sondergaard, Thomas Gomez.