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Terror on a Train (1953) | Directed by Ted Tetzlaff
1:12:21
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Final Appointment (1954) | Directed by Terence Fisher
1:03:24
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Operation Manhunt (1954) | Directed by Jack Alexander
1:18:05
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The Mad Doctor (1940) | Directed by Tim Whelan
1:30:49
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Phantom of Chinatown (1940) | Directed by Phil Rosen
1:01:07
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The Sphinx (1933) | Directed by Phil Rosen
1:02:22
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The Sign of Four (1932) | Directed by Graham Cutts
1:13:13
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Alibi (1929) | Directed by Roland West
1:23:01
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The Ghost Camera (1933) | Directed by Bernard Vorhaus
1:04:11
10
Blind Alley (1939 | Directed by Charles Vidor
1:09:06
11
October Man (1947) | Directed by Roy Ward Baker
1:31:11
12
Rear Window (1954) | Directed by Alfred Hitchcock
1:52:01
13
Dial M for Murder (1954) | Directed by Alfred Hitchcock
1:45:24
14
Fog Island (1945) | An American mystery film directed by Terry O. Morse
1:08:37
15
House of Secrets (1936) | American mystery film directed by Roland D. Reed
1:08:15
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The Red House (1947) | A psychological mystery thriller directed by Delmer Daves
1:40:24
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Mr. Wong, Detective (1938) | American mystery film directed by William Nigh
1:08:27
18
Sherlock Holmes: Pursuit to Algiers (1945)
1:05:04
19
Sabotage (1936) | Alfred Hitchcock's thriller based on Joseph Conrad's novel "The Secret Agent"
1:16:31
20
Mr. Wong in Chinatown (1939) | American mystery film featuring Boris Karloff
1:10:34
21
The Mystery of Mr. Wong (1939) | American mystery film directed by William Nigh
1:10:24
22
Sherlock Holmes : The Hound of the Baskervilles (1939)
1:19:43
23
Sherlock Holmes : The Case of the Red-Headed League (1953)
26:43
24
Sherlock Holmes : The Pearl of Death (1944)
1:08:41
25
Night Train to Munich (1940) | British thriller film directed by Carol Reed
1:35:04
26
The 39 Steps (1935) | Directed by the master of suspense Alfred Hitchcock
1:26:14
27
The Hidden Hand (1942) | Mystery thriller directed by Benjamin Stoloff
1:06:46
28
Strange Illusion (1945) | Directed by Edgar G. Ulmer
1:25:11
29
Spellbound (1945) | Directed by Alfred Hitchcock
1:50:51
30
The Upturned Glass (1947) | A British psychological thriller directed by Lawrence Huntington
1:22:27
31
The Spiral Staircase (1946) | A classic psychological thriller directed by Robert Siodmak
1:23:38
32
The Fatal Hour (1940) | Directed by William Nigh
1:06:15
33
The Dark Past (1948) | Directed by Rudolph Maté
1:14:07
34
Rebecca (1940) | Directed by Alfred Hitchcock
2:10:41
35
The Thin Man (1934) | Directed by W.S. Van Dyke
1:30:54
36
Another Thin Man (1939) | Directed by W.S. Van Dyke
1:42:37
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Shadow of the Thin Man (1941) | Directed by W.S. Van Dyke
1:37:00
38
Song of the Thin Man (1947) | Directed by Edward Buzzell
1:22:58
39
The Thin Man Goes Home (1945) | Directed by Richard Thorpe
1:40:27
40
And Then There Were None (1945) | Directed by René Clair
1:36:59
41
Gaslight (1940) | Director: Thorold Dickinson
1:23:37
42
The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry (1945) | Director: Robert Siodmak
1:20:12
43
The Dark Tower (1943) | Directed by John Harlow
1:33:19
44
The Man Who Knew Too Much (1934) | Directed by Alfred Hitchcock
1:15:37
45
Young and Innocent (1937) | Directed by Alfred Hitchcock
1:22:32
46
The Saint in London {1939) | Directed by John Paddy Carstairs
1:12:21
47
The Saint Strikes Back (1939) | Directed by John Farrow
1:04:22
48
The Saint's Double Trouble (1940) | Directed by Jack Hively
1:07:00
49
The Saint Takes Over (1940) | Directed by Jack Hively
1:09:31
50
The Saint in Palm Springs (1941) | Directed by Jack Hively
1:05:43
51
Green for Danger (1946) | Directed by Sidney Gilliat
1:31:08
52
The Clairvoyant (1935) | Directed by Maurice Elvey
1:17:02
53
My Cousin Rachel (1952) | Directed by Henry Koster
1:38:10
54
The Iron Curtain (1948) | Directed by William A. Wellman
1:26:48
55
Don't Bother to Knock (1952) | Directed by Roy Ward Baker
1:16:11
56
Woman in White (1948) | Directed by Peter Godfrey
1:48:52
57
Dressed to Kill (1946) | Directed by Roy William Neill
1:11:50
58
Ladies in Retirement (1941) | Directed by Charles Vidor
1:32:13
59
The Black Castle (1952) | Directed by Nathan H. Juran
1:21:34
60
Doomed to Die (1940) | Directed by William Nigh
1:07:24
61
Charlie Chan in The Scarlet Clue (1945) | A mystery film directed by Phil Rosen
1:04:47
62
Charlie Chan's Secret (1936) | A mystery film directed by Gordon Wiles
1:12:26
63
Man in the Attic (1953) | A mystery thriller film directed by Hugo Fregonese.
1:22:09
64
Dangerous Crossing (1953) | A suspenseful mystery film directed by Joseph M. Newman
1:15:40
65
Cottage to Let (1941) | A 1941 British thriller directed by Anthony Asquith
1:25:56
66
Wanted for Murder (1946) | Directed by Lawrence Huntington
1:37:20
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Crack-Up (1946) | Directed by Irving Reis
1:33:18
68
The Unseen (1946) | Directed by Lewis Allen
1:20:57
69
The File on Thelma Jordan (1950) | Directed by Robert Siodmak
1:40:04
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Dial 1119 (1950) | Directed by Gerald Mayer
1:14:56
71
The Hidden Room / Obsession (1951) | Directed by Edward Dmytryk
1:38:24
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M (1951) | Directed by Joseph Losey
1:28:18
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Shock (1946) | Directed by Alfred L. Werker
1:10:09
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Grand Central Murder (1942) | Directed by S. Sylvan Simon
1:13:37
75
Detour (1945) | Directed by Edgar G. Ulmer
1:07:49
Suspicion (1941) | Directed by Alfred Hitchcock
1:39:33
77
Rope (1948) | Directed by Alfred Hitchcock
1:20:16
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Sudden Fear (1952) | Directed by David Miller
1:51:00
79
The Second Woman (1950) | Directed by James V. Kern
1:30:44
80
Cause for Alarm! (1951) | Directed by Tay Garnett
1:13:47
81
The Thirteenth Hour (1947) | Directed by William Clemens
1:05:45
82
The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt (1939) | Directed by Peter Godfrey
1:11:10
83
Shadow of a Doubt (1943) | Directed by Alfred Hitchcock
1:47:49
84
Mystery of Marie Roget (1942) | Directed by Phil Rosen
1:00:34
85
Among the Living (1941) | Directed by Stuart Heisler
1:08:57
86
Secret Beyond the Door (1947) | Directed by Fritz Lang
1:38:37
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The Lost Moment (1947) | Directed by Martin Gabel
1:28:16
88
State Secret / The Great Manhunt (1950) | Directed by Sidney Gilliat
1:45:15
89
The Secret of the Whistler (1946) | Directed by George Sherman
1:04:24
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Jennifer (1953) | Directed by Joel Newton
1:13:12
91
The Third Visitor (1951) | Directed by Maurice Elvey
1:21:00
92
Yellow Canary (1943) | Directed by Herbert Wilcox
1:33:38
93
The Lady Vanishes (1938) | Directed by Alfred Hitchcock
1:36:21
94
Sleepers West (1941) | Directed by Eugene Forde
1:13:55
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The Spider Woman (1944) | Directed by Roy William Neill
1:02:11
96
Terror by Night (1946) | Directed by Roy William Neill
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97
Fear in the Night (1946) | Directed by Maxwell Shane
1:10:56
98
The Mystery of the 13th Guest (1943) | Directed by William Beaudine
1:00:39
99
This Was a Woman (1948) | Directed by Tim Whelan
1:39:45
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A Woman's Vengeance (1948) | Directed by Zoltan Korda
1:35:55
101
Two in the Dark (1936) | Directed by Benjamin Stoloff
1:17:36

Suspicion (1941) | Directed by Alfred Hitchcock

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"Suspicion" is a 1941 psychological thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock, featuring a compelling blend of suspense, romance, and mystery. The film follows the story of a shy, wealthy woman named Lina McLaidlaw, who marries the charming but irresponsible playboy Johnnie Aysgarth. As their marriage progresses, Lina becomes increasingly convinced that Johnnie not only harbors dark secrets but is also plotting to kill her for her inheritance. The film is renowned for its masterful use of suspense and Hitchcock's signature style, creating a tense and engaging narrative that keeps the audience guessing until the very end.

"Suspicion" stands out as one of Hitchcock's early Hollywood masterpieces, showcasing his unparalleled ability to weave tension and anxiety into the fabric of the film. Joan Fontaine delivers a stellar performance as Lina, earning her an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role. Her portrayal of the innocent and naive Lina, whose growing suspicions about her husband's intentions lead her down a path of fear and paranoia, is both sympathetic and compelling. Cary Grant's casting as Johnnie Aysgarth was a stroke of genius; his natural charm and wit inject a complex layer to the character, making the audience question his motives at every turn.

The film is also notable for its cinematography and use of lighting to enhance the suspenseful atmosphere, as well as its innovative score by Franz Waxman. Hitchcock's direction expertly manipulates the audience's emotions, playing on the themes of trust, love, and fear. However, the film's ending has been a subject of much debate among fans and critics alike, with some feeling that the studio-imposed conclusion undermines the build-up of suspense. Despite this, "Suspicion" remains a critical and audience favorite, exemplifying Hitchcock's skill in creating psychological depth and tension.

- Joan Fontaine as Lina McLaidlaw Aysgarth: The wealthy but naive woman who becomes increasingly suspicious of her husband's motives.
- Cary Grant as Johnnie Aysgarth: A charming playboy whose mysterious behavior leads his wife to suspect he is planning to murder her.
- Cedric Hardwicke as General McLaidlaw: Lina's father, who disapproves of Johnnie from the start.
- Nigel Bruce as Beaky: Johnnie's good-natured but dim-witted friend, who unwittingly provides insights into Johnnie's character.

"Suspicion" is a quintessential Hitchcock film that masterfully blends elements of suspense, romance, and psychological drama. Its engaging plot, coupled with outstanding performances by Fontaine and Grant, make it a classic of the thriller genre and a must-watch for fans of Hitchcock's work.

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