Overview

In Victorian London, young Adelaide is born into luxury, but marries starving artist Henry. His alcoholism and their lack of money lead to many quarrels. During one such fight, Henry slips down a flight of stairs and dies. A neighbor, Mrs. Mounsey, is the only witness, and she blackmails the young widow by threatening to tell the cops that Adelaide killed her husband. Luckily, lawyer Gilbert swoops in to help Adelaide.

Cast

Maureen O'Hara, Dana Andrews, Anne Butchart, Sybil Thorndike, Anthony Tancred, June Allen, Fay Compton, Wilfrid Hyde-White

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What is "The Forbidden Street" about?

In Victorian London, young Adelaide is born into luxury, but marries starving artist Henry. His alcoholism and their lack of money lead to many quarrels. During one such fight, Henry slips down a flight of stairs and dies. A neighbor, Mrs. Mounsey, is the only witness, and she blackmails the young widow by threatening to tell the cops that Adelaide killed her husband. Luckily, lawyer Gilbert swoops in to help Adelaide.

When was "The Forbidden Street" released?

The Forbidden Street was released in 1949.

Who stars in "The Forbidden Street"?

The cast includes Maureen O'Hara, Dana Andrews, Anne Butchart, Sybil Thorndike.