Arsenic and Old Lace
Movie
1944
1 HOUR 58 MINS
Comedy
A Brooklyn writer of books on the futility of marriage risks his reputation when he decides to tie the knot. Things get even more complicated when he learns on his wedding day that his beloved maiden aunts are habitual murderers.
Cast & Crew
Cary Grant Mortimer Brewster
Raymond Massey Jonathan Brewster
Priscilla Lane Elaine Harper
Peter Lorre Dr. Einstein
Jack Carson Officer Patrick "Pat" O'Hara
Josephine Hull Aunt Abby Brewster
Jean Adair Aunt Martha Brewster
James Gleason Lt. Rooney
Grant Mitchell Reverend Harper
John Alexander Theodore "Teddy Roosevelt" Brewster
Edward Everett Horton Mr. Witherspoon
Edward McNamara Police Sgt. Brophy
Garry Owen Taxi Cab Driver
John Ridgely Officer Saunders
Vaughan Glaser Judge Cullman
Chester Clute Dr. Gilchrist
Charles Lane Reporter at Marriage License Office
Edward McWade Mr. Gibbs
Leo White Man in Phone Booth
Spencer Charters Marriage License Clerk
Hank Mann Photographer at Marriage License Office
Lee Phelps Umpire
Frank Capra Director
Joseph Kesselring Writer
Julius J. Epstein Writer
Philip G. Epstein Writer
Jack L. Warner Executive Producer
Frank Capra Producer
Max Steiner Original Music
Sol Polito Cinematography
Daniel Mandell Film Editing
Max Parker Art Direction
Orry-Kelly Costume Design
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