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Dragonwyck

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For Miranda Wells, moving to New York to live in Dragonwyck Manor with her rich cousin, Nicholas, seems like a dream. However, the situation gradually becomes nightmarish. She observes Nicholas' troubled relationship with his tenant farmers, as well as with his daughter, to whom Miranda serves as governess. Her relationship with Nicholas intensifies after his wife dies, but his mental imbalance threatens any hope of happiness.

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Richard Brody The New Yorker Jul 19, 2021
With its blend of historically accurate political debates and macabre mysteries, it plays like a fusion of Poe and Tocqueville. Go to Full Review Variety Staff Variety Feb 23, 2012
[I]t is always interesting if somewhat too pointed at times in its fictional contrivance. Go to Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy Sep 18, 2021
2.5/4
The film never quite delivers on its intriguing premise or initial promise. Go to Full Review Yasser Medina Cinefilia Apr 9, 2021
6/10
It seems to me that 'Dragonwyck' is not only about Joseph L. Mankiewicz's debut, but also one of the lukewarm films in his catalog. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Aurelio Pego Cine-Mundial Sep 9, 2019
The film keeps the audience completely unsettled. [Full Review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews Aug 14, 2010
B-
Eerie Gothic thriller. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Kalissa H. @kali_416 May 11, 2026 Decent enough. Worth it for Price. See more Marianne S @RT52345878 Feb 3, 2025 This movie was outstanding. Anything with Vincent Price is sure to be excellent. I have no clue why it was not rated much higher by Rotten Tomatoes, nor the audience. No accounting for taste! See more acsdoug D @acsdoug Apr 14, 2024 Not a bad drama, although if you're looking for a better Tierney/Price vehicle "Laura" is a better choice. See more Steve D @RT35616104 Jan 18, 2024 Ok thriller with few surprises. See more nick s @Nick_S Oct 27, 2023 This period drama was a bit slow for me and I couldn't stop looking at my watch. However the production quality was great, with wonderful sets, costumes and acting. And the slow story at least had direction. Great to see Vincent in a movie that wasn't cheesy - his acting was impressive. See more j F @RT31612624 Sep 24, 2023 Vincent Price is wonderful! See more Read all reviews
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Joseph L. Mankiewicz

Director

Gene Tierney

Miranda Wells

Walter Huston

Ephraim Wells

Vincent Price

Nicholas Van Ryn

Glenn Langan

Dr. Jeff Turner

Spring Byington

Magda

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Dragonwyck

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Synopsis For Miranda Wells, moving to New York to live in Dragonwyck Manor with her rich cousin, Nicholas, seems like a dream. However, the situation gradually becomes nightmarish. She observes Nicholas' troubled relationship with his tenant farmers, as well as with his daughter, to whom Miranda serves as governess. Her relationship with Nicholas intensifies after his wife dies, but his mental imbalance threatens any hope of happiness.
Director
Joseph L. Mankiewicz
Screenwriter
Joseph L. Mankiewicz
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (DVD)
Sep 9, 2008
Runtime
1h 43m
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