Movie

Dark Purpose

“Two Great Stars in a New Picture-Of Love and Suspense!”

★ 6.3(4)19641h 37m

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Good to know

Director: Vittorio Sala, George Marshall
Release date: 1964-02-05
Runtime: 1h 37m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Italy
Studio: Galatea Film

About Dark Purpose

Dark Purpose is a 1964 movie in the Mystery genre, directed by Vittorio Sala and George Marshall, starring Shirley Jones, Rossano Brazzi and George Sanders. It has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Dark Purpose in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An American woman in Italy falls in love with a man, unaware that he has an insane wife hidden in the attic.

Cast

Shirley Jones

Karen Williams

Rossano Brazzi

Count Paolo Barbarelli

George Sanders

Raymond Fontaine

Giorgia Moll

Cora Barbarelli

Micheline Presle

Monique Bouvier

Emma Baron

Gregoria

Mathilda Calnan

Mrs. Thompson (as Matilda Calman)

Mimo Billi

Marshal

Fanfulla

Florist (as Luigi Visconti)

Antonio Piretti

Charles Fawcett

Martin

Themes & keywords

american abroadart historian

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Dark Purpose in South Africa?+

Dark Purpose is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Dark Purpose on Netflix?+

Dark Purpose is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is Dark Purpose?+

Dark Purpose has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

Who stars in Dark Purpose?+

Dark Purpose stars Shirley Jones, Rossano Brazzi, George Sanders, Giorgia Moll and Micheline Presle.

When did Dark Purpose come out?+

Dark Purpose is a 1964 movie directed by Vittorio Sala and George Marshall.

What genre is Dark Purpose?+

Dark Purpose is Mystery film.

Who directed Dark Purpose?+

Dark Purpose was directed by Vittorio Sala and George Marshall.