The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry(1945)
From the Play that shocked Hollywood!
George Sanders stars in this engrossing melodrama about a very domineering sister who holds a tight grip on her brother -- especially when he shows signs of falling in love.
Movie: The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry
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Harry Melville Quincey
Lettie Quincey
Deborah Brown
Nona
Hester Quincy
Dr. Adams
Ben
Helen
Biff Wagner
John Warren
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George Sanders stars in this engrossing melodrama about a very domineering sister who holds a tight grip on her brother -- especially when he shows signs of falling in love.
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1945-08-17
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From the Play that shocked Hollywood!
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