THE POSTMAN ALWAYS RINGS TWICE 1946 John Garfield as Chambers & Lana Turner as Cora

"The Postman Always Rings Twice" is a 1946 film noir adaptation of the classic crime novel by James M. Cain. The movie was directed by Tay Garnett and stars John Garfield as Frank Chambers and Lana Turner as Cora Smith.

The story revolves around a drifter named Frank Chambers, who stops at a roadside diner owned by Nick Smith (played by Cecil Kellaway) and his wife Cora. Frank and Cora are drawn to each other, and their passionate affair leads them to plan the murder of Cora's husband in order to be together. The film explores themes of lust, betrayal, and the consequences of their actions.

"The Postman Always Rings Twice" is known for its atmospheric cinematography and the intense performances of Garfield and Turner. The title itself refers to the idea that fate, like the postman, will always catch up with wrongdoers.

It's worth noting that this film is one of several adaptations of James M. Cain's novel, and there have been other versions produced over the years, including a 1981 adaptation starring Jack Nicholson and Jessica Lange. The 1946 version is widely regarded as a classic of the film noir genre.