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Remade as
Backyard Adventures (1955)
Rear Window (1998)
Edited into
Alfred Hitchcock: The Art of Making Movies (1990)
clip shown during the pre-show.
clip shown during the pre-show.
References
Captain Carey, U.S.A. (1950)
A Place in the Sun (1951)
Franz Wazman pays homage to his own 'Oscar' winning score with the background music featured in the second Stewart /Ritter scene
Franz Wazman pays homage to his own 'Oscar' winning score with the background music featured in the second Stewart /Ritter scene
Referenced in
To Catch a Thief (1955)
Artists and Models (1955)
At one point, the characters are being watched by a man in a window, holding binoculars and imitating Jimmy Stewart's voice.
At one point, the characters are being watched by a man in a window, holding binoculars and imitating Jimmy Stewart's voice.
Alfred Hitchcock Presents: Number Twenty-Two (1957)
Introduction makes joking reference.
Introduction makes joking reference.
The Jack Benny Program: Jack Directs Film (1963)
Mentioned by the TV host interviewing Jimmy Stewart.
Mentioned by the TV host interviewing Jimmy Stewart.
Monitor: Huw Wheldon Meets Alfred Hitchcock (1964)
Talked about during the interview.
Talked about during the interview.
Aroused (1966)
Window peeping.
Window peeping.
Blow-Up (1966)
The Bride Wore Black (1968)
Hi, Mom! (1970)
In both films the protagonist is a compulsive voyeur who lives in an apartment building, spies on his neighbours with a camera and finds out about their lives.
In both films the protagonist is a compulsive voyeur who lives in an apartment building, spies on his neighbours with a camera and finds out about their lives.
Bed & Board (1970)
Monty Python's Flying Circus: It's a Living (1970)
mentioned
mentioned
Sisters (1973)
The Cannibal Man (1973)
In both films a man spies on a neighbor and suspects that he is a killer.
In both films a man spies on a neighbor and suspects that he is a killer.
The Tenant (1976)
Roman sees his neighbors doing unusual things across from his apartment/he uses binoculars to spy on them
Roman sees his neighbors doing unusual things across from his apartment/he uses binoculars to spy on them
The Fury (1978)
The falling from the roof is, once again, DePalma's homage to Hitchcock.
The falling from the roof is, once again, DePalma's homage to Hitchcock.
Someone's Watching Me! (1978)
The Black Cat (1981)
The way Jill keeps the cat at bay with camera flashes is reminiscent of the climactic scene of Rear Window
The way Jill keeps the cat at bay with camera flashes is reminiscent of the climactic scene of Rear Window
Road Games (1981)
The Pit (1981)
A person spies on a neighbor through a window and uses a camera.
A person spies on a neighbor through a window and uses a camera.
The Slumber Party Massacre (1982)
In both films a person watches several times a neighbor through a window and suspects that something is not right. Also, both films contain voyeurism.
In both films a person watches several times a neighbor through a window and suspects that something is not right. Also, both films contain voyeurism.
Still of the Night (1982)
Watching an intimate moment from across the way through windows.
Watching an intimate moment from across the way through windows.
Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage (1983)
mentioned by George Fisher introducing Raymond Burr
mentioned by George Fisher introducing Raymond Burr
Confidentially Yours (1983)
Body Double (1984)
Witnessing a murder through a periscope and theme of film
Witnessing a murder through a periscope and theme of film
Knight Rider: Halloween Knight (1984)
The sick Bonnie is watching a murder through her window.
The sick Bonnie is watching a murder through her window.
Kate & Allie: Rear Window (1985)
title reference
title reference
Back to the Future (1985)
Magic Star Magical Emi: Kokubunji-san satsujin jiken (1985)
The episode is about a man with his leg in a cast who thinks a murder took place in the apartment opposite his, just like the film.
The episode is about a man with his leg in a cast who thinks a murder took place in the apartment opposite his, just like the film.
Screen Two: The McGuffin (1986)
Remington Steele: Santa Claus Is Coming to Steele (1986)
After being confined to a wheelchair, Steele remarks that he now knows how Jimmy Stewart felt in REAR WINDOW.
After being confined to a wheelchair, Steele remarks that he now knows how Jimmy Stewart felt in REAR WINDOW.
Blue Velvet (1986)
Dead of Winter (1987)
Incapacitated male character (broken leg)
Incapacitated male character (broken leg)
The Bedroom Window (1987)
The scene at the apartment window recalls the earlier film.
The scene at the apartment window recalls the earlier film.
Spenser: For Hire: Murder and Acquisitions (1987)
Spenser mentions that in "Rear Window, Jimmy Stewart says 'We are becoming a nation of peeping Toms" as he is looking through someone's window
Spenser mentions that in "Rear Window, Jimmy Stewart says 'We are becoming a nation of peeping Toms" as he is looking through someone's window
Radio Days (1987)
spying on the girl changing with binoculars
spying on the girl changing with binoculars
Delirium (1987)
Two Friends (1987)
Referenced in dialogue.
Referenced in dialogue.
Mathnet: The View from the Rear Terrace (1988)
The main plot is a direct homage, and the mystery man is Raymond Stickler, named for Raymond Burr.
The main plot is a direct homage, and the mystery man is Raymond Stickler, named for Raymond Burr.
A Short Film About Love (1988)
Freddy's Nightmares: Freddy's Tricks and Treats (1988)
Voyeurs looking through a window.
Voyeurs looking through a window.
Splendor (1989)
Actors speak about these Movie
Actors speak about these Movie
The 'Burbs (1989)
Cheers: Hot Rocks (1989)
Mentioned by Woody.
Mentioned by Woody.
Whose Line Is It Anyway?: Episode #2.7 (1989)
Mentioned by Paul Merton during 'Theater Styles'
Mentioned by Paul Merton during 'Theater Styles'
Miller's Crossing (1990)
A boxing poster is visible with the name "Lars Thorwald" printed on it. Lars Thorwald is the name of Raymond Burr's character in Rear Window.
A boxing poster is visible with the name "Lars Thorwald" printed on it. Lars Thorwald is the name of Raymond Burr's character in Rear Window.
Men at Work (1990)
Whose Line Is It Anyway?: Episode #3.14 (1991)
Title mentioned during 'Audition'
Title mentioned during 'Audition'
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Pod People (1991)
Joel: And now Trumpy and I will do our production of Rear Window.
Joel: And now Trumpy and I will do our production of Rear Window.
Evening Shade: Rear Window (1991)
Title reference
Title reference
Victim of Love (1992)
The title is mentioned.
The title is mentioned.
Swoon (1992)
The "awakening/kiss" scene between Grace Kelly and James Stewart is duplicated, with identical dialogue, in this film
The "awakening/kiss" scene between Grace Kelly and James Stewart is duplicated, with identical dialogue, in this film
Night Trap (1992)
Double Switch (1993)
Trauma (1993)
A person suspects that a mysterious neighbor is an evil individual.
A person suspects that a mysterious neighbor is an evil individual.
Clarissa Explains It All: A Little Romance (1993)
A side plot in the show has Marshall cooped up in the house with a broken leg and spends the time spying on his neighbors the Soapersteins thinking Mr. Soaperstein killed his wife, just like James Stewart does in the Alfred Hitchcock classic.
A side plot in the show has Marshall cooped up in the house with a broken leg and spends the time spying on his neighbors the Soapersteins thinking Mr. Soaperstein killed his wife, just like James Stewart does in the Alfred Hitchcock classic.
Manhattan Murder Mystery (1993)
Carol becomes obsessed with the idea that her neighbor murdered his wife.
Carol becomes obsessed with the idea that her neighbor murdered his wife.
Kika (1993)
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Atomic Brain (1993)
Crow: Clara Peller in Rear Window.
Crow: Clara Peller in Rear Window.
The Critic: A Day at the Races and a Night at the Opera (1994)
the film's title is printed on Jay's boxer shorts
the film's title is printed on Jay's boxer shorts
The Simpsons: Bart of Darkness (1994)
Bart breaks his leg and from observing Flanders' yard, Assumes that Flanders murdered his wife
Bart breaks his leg and from observing Flanders' yard, Assumes that Flanders murdered his wife
Mute Witness (1994)
Window voyeur.
Window voyeur.
Family Portraits: Alfred Hitchcock (1995)
mentioned by narrator
mentioned by narrator
Roseanne: Rear Window (1995)
title reference
title reference
Due South: Letting Go (1995)
Also about a recovering wheelchair bound person, who spies on people thru a window and helps uncover a murder; and many other similar scenes.
Also about a recovering wheelchair bound person, who spies on people thru a window and helps uncover a murder; and many other similar scenes.
Rocko's Modern Life: Sugar-Frosted Frights/Ed Is Dead: A Thriller! (1995)
Much of the episode Ed is dead is a parody of this film.
Much of the episode Ed is dead is a parody of this film.
Haru (1996)
The Hitchcock classic is mentioned by the female lead in a BBS.
The Hitchcock classic is mentioned by the female lead in a BBS.
The Apartment (1996)
Voyeurism, kissing scene
Voyeurism, kissing scene
One Fine Day (1996)
Eight Days a Week (1997)
Free Enterprise (1998)
Mentioned by Robert while making dinner.
Mentioned by Robert while making dinner.
The Darklings (1999)
8MM (1999)
Tom calls Eddie from the apartment across the street and says he knows about the murder, then watches Eddie's reaction through the window.
Tom calls Eddie from the apartment across the street and says he knows about the murder, then watches Eddie's reaction through the window.
The Ring Virus (1999)
The 4th Floor (1999)
American Beauty (1999)
Toy Story 2 (1999)
Blinding enemy by photo flashes
Blinding enemy by photo flashes
Flawless (1999)
Rusty compares himself to Grace Kelly when he goes out the window onto the fire escape.
Rusty compares himself to Grace Kelly when he goes out the window onto the fire escape.
Saboteur: A Closer Look (2000)
Mentioned.
Mentioned.
What Lies Beneath (2000)
Hollow Man (2000)
100 Girls (2000)
Charmed: All Halliwell's Eve (2000)
Darryl's use of the flash-bulb to stun the Grimlock recalls the struggle between James Stewart and Raymond Burr's characters in the 1955 film "Rear Window", directed by Alfred Hitchcock.
Darryl's use of the flash-bulb to stun the Grimlock recalls the struggle between James Stewart and Raymond Burr's characters in the 1955 film "Rear Window", directed by Alfred Hitchcock.
That '70s Show: Too Old to Trick or Treat, Too Young to Die (2000)
Fez in a wheelchair watching Bob and thinking he saw a murder is paying tribute to Rear Window.
Fez in a wheelchair watching Bob and thinking he saw a murder is paying tribute to Rear Window.
What Women Want (2000)
Head Over Heels (2001)
Plotting 'Family Plot' (2001)
mentioned once
mentioned once
'Topaz': An Appreciation by Film Critic/Historian Leonard Maltin (2001)
mentioned once
mentioned once
Amélie (2001)
Ghost World (2001)
The shots into various people's apartments
The shots into various people's apartments
Read My Lips (2001)
Don't Say a Word (2001)
.com for Murder (2002)
Massive Attack: Eleven Promos (2001)
the 'protection' video voyeuristically follows the many tenants of an apartment building much like 'rear window'.
the 'protection' video voyeuristically follows the many tenants of an apartment building much like 'rear window'.
One Hour Photo (2002)
Panic Room (2002)
Femme Fatale (2002)
Halloween: Resurrection (2002)
What's New, Scooby-Doo?: There's No Creature Like Snow Creature (2002)
A wheelchair bound Fred watches from his hotel room through binaculars as Daphne is attacked by a snow creature.
A wheelchair bound Fred watches from his hotel room through binaculars as Daphne is attacked by a snow creature.
The Ring (2002)
Cheerleader Massacre (2003)
Voyeurism through a window.
Voyeurism through a window.
Lenny Henry in Pieces: Episode #2.2 (2003)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
Mimic: Sentinel (2003)
The whole plot resembles Rear Window (with cockroaches - which is how it was pitched), and in one scene where characters will be doing the same actions as in Rear Window, a character notes "haven't you seen this movie?"
The whole plot resembles Rear Window (with cockroaches - which is how it was pitched), and in one scene where characters will be doing the same actions as in Rear Window, a character notes "haven't you seen this movie?"
Kangaroo Hitchcock: The Making of 'Road Games' (2003)
The film is mentioned.
The film is mentioned.
Sincopat (2003)
My Family: It's a Window-Filled Life (2003)
Clarence mentions this title when Ben is talking about a James Stewart film.
Clarence mentions this title when Ben is talking about a James Stewart film.
I Love Your Work (2003)
surveillance betweeen apartments facing each other
surveillance betweeen apartments facing each other
Love Actually (2003)
Cassette seen on shelf
Cassette seen on shelf
Saw (2004)
Leigh Whannell's character Adam snapping photos with his camera to add light in the dark, is done in exactly the same way by James Stewart's character L. B. Jefferies in Rear Window (1954). The tone of both scenes are the same as well.
Leigh Whannell's character Adam snapping photos with his camera to add light in the dark, is done in exactly the same way by James Stewart's character L. B. Jefferies in Rear Window (1954). The tone of both scenes are the same as well.
Intimate Strangers (2004)
At the start of the movie, William spies on his neighbours from his apartment window as James Steward in Hitchcock's masterpiece. The scene introduces voyeurism as one of the movie themes.
At the start of the movie, William spies on his neighbours from his apartment window as James Steward in Hitchcock's masterpiece. The scene introduces voyeurism as one of the movie themes.
The Other Side of the Street (2004)
Binocular scenes.
Binocular scenes.
Tru Calling: Rear Window (2004)
Title reference and the basic plot of Tru and her neighbour watching a woman's flat where later a murder takes place.
Title reference and the basic plot of Tru and her neighbour watching a woman's flat where later a murder takes place.
Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession (2004)
The title is mentioned.
The title is mentioned.
The Venture Bros.: The Incredible Mr. Brisby (2004)
While being interrogated by Brisby, Dr. Venture is asked his name. Venture's reply - "Reading from top to bottom, Lisa Carol Fremont" - is a direct quote from "Rear Window".
While being interrogated by Brisby, Dr. Venture is asked his name. Venture's reply - "Reading from top to bottom, Lisa Carol Fremont" - is a direct quote from "Rear Window".
Kinsey (2004)
scene where woman reads kinseys book, then chooses magazine is a reference of closing scene with Grace Kelly
scene where woman reads kinseys book, then chooses magazine is a reference of closing scene with Grace Kelly
Chamberpiece (2004)
numerous visual references
numerous visual references
Baantjer: De Cock en de moord op afstand (2004)
A character who likes to spy on neighbors through a telescope witnesses a murder when doing so, just like in Rear Window.
A character who likes to spy on neighbors through a telescope witnesses a murder when doing so, just like in Rear Window.
Scorsese on Scorsese (2004)
mentioned once
mentioned once
Do You Like Hitchcock? (2005)
The main character looks out the window into a house across the street, has a broken leg and lots of other references are seen
The main character looks out the window into a house across the street, has a broken leg and lots of other references are seen
Abominable (2006)
man in wheelchair using binoculars to watch neighbors he believes are in danger
man in wheelchair using binoculars to watch neighbors he believes are in danger
Stupid Teenagers Must Die! (2006)
Tiffany turns on three sets of lights exactly the same way as Grace Kelly in her first scene in Rear Window.
Tiffany turns on three sets of lights exactly the same way as Grace Kelly in her first scene in Rear Window.
Criminal Minds: The Boogeyman (2006)
Garcia mentions this movie.
Garcia mentions this movie.
Spiral (2007)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
Disturbia (2007)
whole set of spying on a neighbor and assuming he could be a murderer
whole set of spying on a neighbor and assuming he could be a murderer
No Country for Old Men (2007)
The scene when Llwelyn is sitting in the hotel room waiting for Anton to approach references the climax scene in Rear Window by Alfred Hitchcock. The scene occurs when L.B. is similarly waiting for Lars.
The scene when Llwelyn is sitting in the hotel room waiting for Anton to approach references the climax scene in Rear Window by Alfred Hitchcock. The scene occurs when L.B. is similarly waiting for Lars.
Ugly Betty: A League of Their Own (2007)
Cliff, the photographer, says his photo shoot is inspired by this movie
Cliff, the photographer, says his photo shoot is inspired by this movie
The Key to Reserva (2007)
Being flashed with a red afterglow
Being flashed with a red afterglow
The Window (2008)
Pays homage to Hitchcock's classic film
Pays homage to Hitchcock's classic film
Se eida...: O epimonos kipouros (2008)
dialogue
dialogue
Two Lovers (2008)
Scenes with windows facing a courtyard and people watching into other windows as well as the use of a camera with flash.
Scenes with windows facing a courtyard and people watching into other windows as well as the use of a camera with flash.
Not Quite Hollywood: The Wild, Untold Story of Ozploitation! (2008)
Richard Franklin mentions it.
Richard Franklin mentions it.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit: Persona (2008)
title mentioned by Jonah Malcolm
title mentioned by Jonah Malcolm
Fringe: Ability (2009)
Joanna tells Avery that she watched a movie with James Stewart and Grace Kelly
Joanna tells Avery that she watched a movie with James Stewart and Grace Kelly
Generic Thriller (2009)
mentioned in diolog
mentioned in diolog
The Unusuals: The Dentist (2009)
Sub-plot mirrors Rear Window: Banks spies on the neighboring apartment building through binoculars. He believes he witnesses a murder and the disposal of the body but the police do not believe him. The suspect sees Banks spying and comes after him.
Sub-plot mirrors Rear Window: Banks spies on the neighboring apartment building through binoculars. He believes he witnesses a murder and the disposal of the body but the police do not believe him. The suspect sees Banks spying and comes after him.
You Know What's Bullshit: DVD's (2009)
The DVD of the movie is seen
The DVD of the movie is seen
Our Lady of Chaos (2009)
The line "my name, from top to bottom"
The line "my name, from top to bottom"
A Night at the Movies: The Suspenseful World of Thrillers (2009)
still picture
still picture
Psych: Mr. Yin Presents (2010)
Spencer spies a wheelchair in an upstairs window and starts doing a Jimmy Stewart impression.
Spencer spies a wheelchair in an upstairs window and starts doing a Jimmy Stewart impression.
Gossip Girl: The Empire Strikes Jack (2010)
Mentioned; Vanessa dresses up as Grace Kelly's character
Mentioned; Vanessa dresses up as Grace Kelly's character
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Episode #8.132 (2010)
Included in a $25,000 question
Included in a $25,000 question
CSI: NY: Point of View (2010)
The main plot of the injured (and incapacitated) Mac witnessing events surrounding a murder from his residence references the main plot of Alfred Hitchcock's film
The main plot of the injured (and incapacitated) Mac witnessing events surrounding a murder from his residence references the main plot of Alfred Hitchcock's film
Ebert Presents: At the Movies: Episode #1.5 (2011)
Christy says "Disturbia" was like a Spielbergian take on the film
Christy says "Disturbia" was like a Spielbergian take on the film
Take Me Home Tonight (2011)
Video case is shown in video store.
Video case is shown in video store.
Scream 4 (2011)
Film examined on the class. A poster for this film is seen in Kirby's bedroom. Two characters witness a murder happening across the street, which is similar to Rear Window.
Film examined on the class. A poster for this film is seen in Kirby's bedroom. Two characters witness a murder happening across the street, which is similar to Rear Window.
NCIS: Swan Song (2011)
Mentioned by Cade. Then he and DiNozzo discuss the movie.
Mentioned by Cade. Then he and DiNozzo discuss the movie.
Supernatural: The Girl Next Door (2011)
Dean compares himself to Jimmy Stewart when he is in a leg cast
Dean compares himself to Jimmy Stewart when he is in a leg cast
The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
A poster of the movie can be seen in the room which Peter takes a look in his dad's bag.
A poster of the movie can be seen in the room which Peter takes a look in his dad's bag.
Featured in
Precious Images (1986)
Siskel & Ebert: Men in Black/Wild America/Out to Sea (1997)
Clips are shown for the segment on James Stewart.
Clips are shown for the segment on James Stewart.
AFI's 100 Years... 100 Movies: America's Greatest Movies (1998)
This film is #42 on the list.
This film is #42 on the list.
Biography: Grace Kelly: Hollywood Princess (1998)
Excerpt from
Excerpt from
The Best of Film Noir (1999)
Clips shown.
Clips shown.
'Torn Curtain' Rising (2000)
clip shown
clip shown
AFI's 100 Years... 100 Thrills: America's Most Heart-Pounding Movies (2001)
This film is #14 on the list.
This film is #14 on the list.
SexTV: On Blondes/Walter Kundzicz/The Art of Flirting (2004)
Clips from film are used in this episode.
Clips from film are used in this episode.
The Pervert's Guide to Cinema (2006)
featured in documentary
featured in documentary
Hitchcocked! (2006)
Clips featured.
Clips featured.
AFI's 100 Years... 100 Movies: 10th Anniversary Edition (2007)
This film is #48 on the list.
This film is #48 on the list.
AFI's 10 Top 10: America's 10 Greatest Films in 10 Classic Genres (2008)
This film is #3 on the "Mystery" list.
This film is #3 on the "Mystery" list.
De wereld draait door: Episode #4.7 (2008)
A fragment is shown.
A fragment is shown.
The Nostalgia Critic: Home Alone 3 (2010)
A brief clip is shown during a scene of the film as a gag.
A brief clip is shown during a scene of the film as a gag.
Spoofed in
Get Smart: Greer Window (1969)
The title 'greer window' is a spoof of the title 'rear window'
The title 'greer window' is a spoof of the title 'rear window'
Sisters (1973)
High Anxiety (1977)
Foul Play (1978)
Saturday Night Live: Ed Asner/The Kinks (1984)
Spoofed in Ed Grimley skit
Spoofed in Ed Grimley skit
thirtysomething: South by Southeast (1988)
Parodied in a dream sequence
Parodied in a dream sequence
Men at Work (1990)
The Simpsons: Bart of Darkness (1994)
In this episode Bart breaks his leg and is forced entertain himself by watching things happen from his window, he witnesses what seems to be Flanders murdering his wife à la Hitchcock's masterpiece
In this episode Bart breaks his leg and is forced entertain himself by watching things happen from his window, he witnesses what seems to be Flanders murdering his wife à la Hitchcock's masterpiece
Addicted to Love (1997)
For His Eyes Only (1999)
Plot and characters adapted to porn.
Plot and characters adapted to porn.
That '70s Show: Halloween (1999)
Eric, Hyde and Kelso and Fez watch neighbours from a window, with binoculars
Eric, Hyde and Kelso and Fez watch neighbours from a window, with binoculars
Silent Hill 4: The Room (2004)
Similar setting, almost carbon Copied.
Similar setting, almost carbon Copied.
My Life in Film: Rear Window (2004)
Art is observing neighbour's actions from a window
Art is observing neighbour's actions from a window
Date Movie (2006)
with Julia's elderly neighbor acting lonesome dates, spoofing Ms.LonelyHearts
with Julia's elderly neighbor acting lonesome dates, spoofing Ms.LonelyHearts
Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends: Neighbor Pains (2006)
Bloo sneaking into Old Man Rivers' house while Mac watches outside spoofs the scene of Lisa sneaking into Thorndyke's appartment.
Bloo sneaking into Old Man Rivers' house while Mac watches outside spoofs the scene of Lisa sneaking into Thorndyke's appartment.
Rush Hour 3 (2007)
A man in a wheelchair looking out his window tries to warn Jackie Chan when the assassin is behind him.
A man in a wheelchair looking out his window tries to warn Jackie Chan when the assassin is behind him.
Gnome Man's Land (2008)
The film's basic premise pokes fun of Alfred Hitchcock's 1954 film "Rear Window."
The film's basic premise pokes fun of Alfred Hitchcock's 1954 film "Rear Window."
Hells Bells Presents (2009)
Segment "Rear Window"
Segment "Rear Window"
Robot Chicken: Especially the Animal Keith Crofford (2009)
Nicholas Cage stars in a sequel to this movie
Nicholas Cage stars in a sequel to this movie
Saturday Night Live: January Jones/Black Eyed Peas (2009)
Spoofed in Rear Window sketch
Spoofed in Rear Window sketch
Now, Voyeur (2011)
homage
homage
