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1953 · 1h 35m · Drama · Thriller · Crime
TMDB 7.1/10 (493 votes)
When a priest hears a murderer’s confession, he becomes bound by his vow of silence—even as circumstantial evidence turns suspicion toward him. Torn between faith and self-preservation, he faces public scandal and trial for a crime he cannot reveal the truth about.
Directed by Alfred Hitchcock
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Cast & crew
Alfred HitchcockDirector
Montgomery Cliftas Fr. Michael William Logan
Anne Baxteras Ruth Grandfort
Karl Maldenas Inspector Larrue
Brian Aherneas Willy Robertson
O.E. Hasseas Otto Keller
Roger Dannas Pierre Grandfort
Dolly Haasas Alma Keller
Charles Andreas Father Millars
Nan Boardmanas Maid (uncredited)
Henry Cordenas Det. Sgt. Farouche (uncredited)Alfred Hitchcockas Man Crossing the Top of Long Staircase (uncredited)
Ovila Légaréas Monsieur Villette (uncredited)
Gilles Pelletieras Father Benoit (uncredited)
Judson Prattas Murphy (uncredited)Cast & crew political lean — 2 of 15 researched: 0 left · 0 center · 0 right · 2 no public record. Based only on cited public statements, endorsements, and documented donations.