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Movie poster: The Lady Vanishes (1979)
🎬 Movie

The Lady Vanishes

1979 · 97 min Mystery Thriller Comedy Romance
6.0 / 10 · TMDB

On the eve of World War II, zany heiress Amanda Kelly travels by train to Switzerland. While passing through Germany, she meets a sweet elderly lady, who suddenly vanishes. Distraught, she questions her fellow passengers who claim that the woman was never there. Unsure if it's all in her mind or if there's a more sinister plot afoot, Amanda teams up with photographer Robert Condon to discover the truth.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1979
Country United Kingdom
Genre Mystery, Thriller, Comedy, Romance
Director Anthony Page
Runtime 97 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.0/10 (68 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The director doesn't push the comedy pedal — lets the scene develop at its own pace. The comedic effect arises naturally, without cuing the audience.

If you're looking for light cinema for an evening — this is it. If you're looking for something that'll change your perspective on life — keep scrolling.

For those who can appreciate simple pleasure without overthinking it.

Director: Anthony Page

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Friday evening with food and company. Doesn't require close attention — works as background too.

🎭 Cast

Cybill Shepherd

Cybill Shepherd

Amanda Kelly

Elliott Gould

Elliott Gould

Robert Condon

Angela Lansbury

Angela Lansbury

Miss Froy

Herbert Lom

Herbert Lom

Dr. Egon Hartz

Arthur Lowe

Arthur Lowe

Jeremy Charters

Ian Carmichael

Ian Carmichael

Caldicott

Gerald Harper

Gerald Harper

Todhunter

Jenny Runacre

Jenny Runacre

Mrs. Todhunter

Jean Anderson

Jean Anderson

Baroness

Madlena Nedeva

Madlena Nedeva

Nun

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