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195088 minThriller, Crime, Drama

House by the River

Is House by the River a Hit or Flop?

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Is House by the River worth watching? With a rating of 6.7/10, this Thriller, Crime, Drama film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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House by the River Synopsis

Wealthy writer Stephen Byrne tries to seduce the family maid, but when she resists, he kills her. Long jealous of his brother John, Stephen does his best to pin the blame for the murder on his sibling. Also affected by Stephen's arrogant dementia is his long-suffering wife Marjorie.

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Top Cast

Louis Hayward
Louis HaywardStephen Byrne
Jane Wyatt
Jane WyattMarjorie Byrne
Lee Bowman
Lee BowmanJohn Byrne
Dorothy Patrick
Dorothy PatrickEmily Gaunt
Ann Shoemaker
Ann ShoemakerMrs. Ambrose - Stephen's houseeper
Jody Gilbert
Jody GilbertFlora Bantam - John's housekeeper
Sarah Padden
Sarah PaddenMrs. Beach - Stephen's elderly cook
Peter Brocco
Peter BroccoHarry - coroner chairing inquest
Howland Chamberlain
Howland ChamberlainD.A.-prosecutor at inquest
Leslie Kimmell
Leslie KimmellMr. Gaunt

Frequently Asked Questions

Is House by the River worth watching?

House by the River has received mixed reviews with a 6.7/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Thriller, Crime, Drama movies.

Is House by the River hit or flop?

House by the River has received average ratings (6.7/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is House by the River?

House by the River is a Thriller, Crime, Drama movie that Wealthy writer Stephen Byrne tries to seduce the family maid, but when she resists, he kills her. Long jealous of his brother John, Stephen does his b...

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