The Old Dark House

The Old Dark House

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PG 1963 · 86 min · ★ 5.9 · Comedy, Horror, Mystery

An American car salesman in London becomes mixed up in a series of fatal occurrences at a secluded mansion.

Directed by William Castle · Written by Robert Dillon

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