Laura
A police detective falls in love with the woman whose murder he's investigating.
Critics Sentiment
Laura enters her apartment alive as McPherson sleeps beneath her portrait
McPherson pursues leads while falling deeper under Laura's spell
The massive jump from the methodical middle investigation to Laura's shocking appearance alive represents the film's dramatic turning point.
Laura maintains consistently strong reception throughout most of its runtime, with critics praising its atmospheric setup, brilliant performances, and intelligent screenplay. The film peaks with Laura's stunning mid-film appearance, widely considered one of cinema's most memorable moments. While some found certain investigative sequences slightly routine, the overall arc builds effectively to a dramatically satisfying and well-constructed climax.
Full cast
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Dana Andrews
Det. Lt. Mark McPherson
Gene Tierney
Laura Hunt
Clifton Webb
Waldo Lydecker
Vincent Price
Shelby Carpenter
Judith Anderson
Ann Treadwell
Dorothy Adams
Laura's Maid Bessie Clary (uncredited)
Wally Albright
Newsboy (uncredited)
Bobby Barber
Newsboy (uncredited)
Harry Carter
Party Guest (uncredited)
Lane Chandler
Detective (uncredited)
Dorothy Christy
Woman (uncredited)
James Conaty
Party Guest (uncredited)
Ralph Dunn
Fred Callahan (uncredited)
Jean Fenwick
Woman (uncredited)
Clyde Fillmore
Owner of Bullitt & Co. Ad Agency (uncredited)
James Flavin
Det. McEveety (uncredited)
Bess Flowers
Restaurant Patron (uncredited)
Lee Tung Foo
Waldo's Servant (uncredited)
William Forrest
Important Client (uncredited)
Frances Gladwin
Woman (uncredited)
Crew
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