The Letter
"Fascinating, Tantalizing and DANGEROUS!"
Originally released in 1940. The Letter is a crime/drama film. directed by William Wyler.
Starring Bette Davis, Herbert Marshall, and James Stephenson
Synopsis
After a woman shoots a man to death, a damning letter she wrote raises suspicions.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 21, 1940
85 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (234 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Bette Davis
as Leslie Crosbie
Herbert Marshall
as Robert Crosbie
James Stephenson
as Howard Joyce
Frieda Inescort
as Dorothy Joyce
Gale Sondergaard
as Mrs. Hammond
Bruce Lester
as John Withers
Elizabeth Inglis
as Adele Ainsworth
Cecil Kellaway
as Prescott
Victor Sen Yung
as Ong Chi Seng
Doris Lloyd
as Mrs. Cooper
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Letter about?
After a woman shoots a man to death, a damning letter she wrote raises suspicions.
Who directed The Letter?
The Letter was directed by William Wyler.
How long is The Letter?
The Letter has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was The Letter released?
The Letter was released on November 21, 1940 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Letter?
The main cast of The Letter includes Bette Davis, Herbert Marshall, James Stephenson, Frieda Inescort, Gale Sondergaard.
Is The Letter worth watching?
The Letter has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 234 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.