In this thriller, psychiatrist Dr. Cross kills his wife and expects to get away with murder, until he discovers that the slaying was observed by a next-door neighbor, Janet Stewart. As Janet attempts to convince her husband of the doctor's dastardly deed, Cross shows up to advise him that Janet is in dire need of some in-depth counseling.
Editor's Verdict
"The movie 'Shock' (1946) is a classic film noir/psychological thriller. The provided plot summary and genre classification indicate a narrative focused on murder, psychological manipulation, and suspense. There are no indicators suggesting the story is set during the Christmas season, involves Christmas-related plot points, or utilizes Christmas themes or iconography."
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Cast & Crew
Vincent Price
Dr. Richard Cross
Lynn Bari
Nurse Elaine Jordan
Frank Latimore
Lt. Paul Stewart
Anabel Shaw
Mrs. Janet Stewart
Stephen Dunne
Dr. Stevens (as Michael Dunne)
Reed Hadley
District Attorney O'Neill
Renee Carson
Miss Hatfield - Head Nurse
Charles Trowbridge
Dr. Franklin Harvey
Robert Adler
Frank - Male Nurse
Harry Carter
Sanitarium Orderly
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