While the Patient Slept
"MURDER IN THE BEDROOM!"
Originally released in 1935. While the Patient Slept is a mystery film. directed by Ray Enright. At just 66 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Aline MacMahon, Guy Kibbee, and Patricia Ellis
Synopsis
A murder happens when greedy relatives gather to await the demise of their wealthy and very ill family patriarch.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 9, 1935
90 years ago
Runtime
1h 6m
66 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Aline MacMahon
as Nurse Sarah Keate
Guy Kibbee
as Detective Lt. Lance O'Leary
Patricia Ellis
as March Federie, Richard's Granddaughter
Hobart Cavanaugh
as Eustace Federie
Dorothy Tree
as Mittie Federie
Robert Barrat
as Adolphe Federie
Helen Flint
as Isobel Federie - Adolphe's Wife
Lyle Talbot
as Ross Lonergan
Henry O'Neill
as Elihu Dimuck
Walter Walker
as Richard Federie
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- First National Pictures
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is While the Patient Slept about?
A murder happens when greedy relatives gather to await the demise of their wealthy and very ill family patriarch.
Who directed While the Patient Slept?
While the Patient Slept was directed by Ray Enright.
How long is While the Patient Slept?
While the Patient Slept has a runtime of 1 hours and 6 minutes (66 minutes total).
When was While the Patient Slept released?
While the Patient Slept was released on March 9, 1935 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in While the Patient Slept?
The main cast of While the Patient Slept includes Aline MacMahon, Guy Kibbee, Patricia Ellis, Hobart Cavanaugh, Dorothy Tree.