A psychiatrist with intense acrophobia (fear of heights) goes to work for a mental institution run by doctors who appear to be crazier than their patients, and have secrets that they are willing to commit murder to keep.
Editor's Verdict
"The movie is a suspenseful psychological thriller/comedy from 1977. While the 'Holiday Release' tag suggests it premiered during the holiday season, there is no indication within the plot summary or genre that the narrative content, setting, themes, or resolution are tied to Christmas in any meaningful way."
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🎄 Notable Elements
Cast & Crew
Mel Brooks
Dr. Richard H. Thorndyke
Madeline Kahn
Victoria Brisbane
Cloris Leachman
Nurse Charlotte Diesel
Harvey Korman
Dr. Charles Montague
Ron Carey
Brophy
Howard Morris
Professor Lilloman
Dick Van Patten
Dr. Philip Wentworth
Jack Riley
The Desk Clerk
Charlie Callas
Cocker Spaniel
Ron Clark
Zachary Cartwright III
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