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Hatter’s Castle (1942): Cast

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Hatter’s Castle is a 1942 drama directed by Lance Comfort, starring Robert Newton as James Brodie, Deborah Kerr and Beatrice Varley. It runs 1 hour 42 minutes.

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Hatter’s Castle (1942) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 42m (102 min)
Director
Lance Comfort
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Hatter’s Castle About?

The premise of Hatter’s Castle without spoilers.

In 1880 on the edge of the fictional Scottish town of Levenford stands a looming half‑cottage, half‑castle called Hatter’s Castle. Hatmaker James Brodie built it and rules his family with brutal arrogance. His ailing wife and daughter Mary worship him, while his 15‑year‑old son Angus suffers his love. Mary's shame is forgiven by the man who loves her.

Hatter’s Castle Themes & Keywords

· 5 tags
  • mason and kerr
  • british noir
  • train
  • railway
  • based on novel
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Cast & crew

Hatter’s Castle Cast & Characters

Robert Newton leads the cast as James Brodie, with Deborah Kerr as Mary Brodie and Beatrice Varley as Mrs. Brodie. Directed by Lance Comfort; 11 actors are credited in all.

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More from Lance Comfort

More films directed by Lance Comfort: Devils of Darkness, Be My Guest, Blind Corner and Live It Up!.

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Hatter’s Castle Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “A.J. Cronin's Hatter's Castle” and “Der Hutmacher und sein Schloß”.

Also known as
  • A.J. Cronin's Hatter's Castle
  • Der Hutmacher und sein Schloß
  • Il castello del cappellaio

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FAQ

Hatter’s Castle FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Hatter’s Castle, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Hatter’s Castle?

Hatter’s Castle runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).

When was Hatter’s Castle released?

Hatter’s Castle was released on February 2, 1942.

Who directed Hatter’s Castle?

Hatter’s Castle was directed by Lance Comfort.

More films by Lance Comfort

Who is in the cast of Hatter’s Castle?

Hatter’s Castle stars Robert Newton as James Brodie, Deborah Kerr as Mary Brodie and Beatrice Varley as Mrs. Brodie, among 11 credited actors.

Does Hatter’s Castle have a post-credit scene?

No. Hatter’s Castle has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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