The Cat and the Canary (1979 film)
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The Cat and the Canary is a film by Radley Metzger released in 1979. It is a remake of the 1927 film of the same name.
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Plot synopsis
Annabelle West (Lynley) is a potential heir to a large fortune left behind by the deceased Cyrus West (Hyde-White). She goes to his mansion with other heirs and listens to the man's taped recording. On the recording, he scolds his relatives for being greedy and unpleasant. In the mansion, he leaves behind practical jokes, which the heirs must face on a rainy night. One of the heirs is anxious and may commit murder to have his way.
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Cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Honor Blackman | Susan Sillsby |
| Michael Callan | Paul Jones |
| Edward Fox | Hendricks |
| Wendy Hiller | Allison Crosby |
| Olivia Hussey | Cicily Young |
| Beatrix Lehmann | Mrs. Pleasant |
| Carol Lynley | Annabelle West |
| Daniel Massey | Harry Blythe |
| Peter McEnery | Charlie Wilder |
| Wilfrid Hyde-White | Cyrus West |
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