The read
It runs a compact 54m.
Synopsis
Newly-widowed Mabel Lederer, who has psychic and mediumistic abilities, sells her house and belongings, changes her name, and moves to a new town. There she rents a room in a boarding house and holds a seance with the other tenants, with comical results.
Ratings
TMDB6.2/10
4 audience votes
Key crew
- Joanne WoodwardDirector
- Richard MannersOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Estelle ParsonsMabel Lederer / Angela Motorman
- Barbara BaxleyMrs. Faun / Mrs. Faun's Sister
- Sylvia SidneyMrs. Flanner
- Ed MeekinMr. Cabot
- Dennis VeroMr. Brand
- Kimberly CarterYoung Mabel
- Mary SeibelMabel's Mother
- Martin KernTom Faun
- Brina RodinLady at Garage Sale
- Camilla HawkLady at Garage Sale
- Ann CoyleLady at Garage Sale
- Rosemary DeanLady at Garage Sale
Themes
widowmediumboarding housealiasbased on short storyséancecontacting spirits