Dark Places
There is more than death waiting for you in dark places.
PG 1973 · 91 min · ★ 5.5 · Horror
The heir of a mysterious estate must unveil its secrets and discover its treasures before a scheming doctor and his seductive sister can steal what is rightfully his.
Directed by Don Sharp · Written by Joseph Van Winkle
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Christopher Lee Dr. Ian Mandeville -
Joan Collins Sarah Mandeville -
Herbert Lom Prescot -
Jane Birkin Alta -
Robert Hardy Edward Foster / Andrew Marr -
Jean Marsh Victoria - C Carleton Hobbs Old Marr
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Martin Boddey Sgt. Riley -
John Glyn-Jones Bank Manager -
John Levene Doctor -
Jennifer Thanisch Jessica
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