Wait Until Dark (TV 1982)

A videotaped production of the Frederick Knott play in which three criminals play an elaborate scam on a blind woman who is in possession of a doll that, unbeknownst to her, is very incriminating.

Director:

Barry Davis

Writer:

Frederick Knott (play)

Stars:

Katharine Ross, Stacy Keach, Joshua Bryant

Cast

Credited cast:
Katharine Ross	...	Suzy Hendrix
Stacy Keach	...	Roat / Roat, Sr. / Roat, Jr.
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Joshua Bryant	...	Mike Talman
Robin Gammell	...	Sgt. Carlino
Paul Gillenberg	...	Policeman
David Leisure	...	Policeman
Natalie May	...	Gloria
Edward Winter	...	Sam Hendrix

Storyline

A videotaped production of the Frederick Knott play in which three criminals play an elaborate scam on a blind woman who is in possession of a doll that, unbeknownst to her, is very incriminating.

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Plot Keywords:

based on play

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Genres:

Thriller

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

1982 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Intrepid Production, Paul Heller Productions

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Quotes

Roat: Now... what was it you wanted to say to me?
Suzy Hendrix: I'll give you the doll. If you'll just go and leave us alone.
Roat: You have to say 'Please may I give you the doll'.
Suzy Hendrix: PLEASE may I give you the doll?
Roat: You may!

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Connections

Version of Bugso (2002)

User Reviews

Chilling Play

This version of Wait Until Dark is actually a stage play, which I believe is the original format of which the 1967 film is based. This was the first version I ever saw, it was shown on HBO repeatedly in the early 80's. It has been over 20 years since I have seen it, so it's only fuzzy memories that I can reflect upon. I believe it to be the same plot as the film version, which is basically a few men trying to get back a loaded teddy bear from a blind woman (Suzy) who knows nothing about it.

There were many things about the story that I have always enjoyed. One thing was the teamwork required to manipulate Suzy. Also, Suzy's determination & will to go on during frightening circumstances. Another aspect of the story that I enjoyed was the varying degrees of evil within the bad guys.

The chilling music was another standout of this version. I recommend it, now if only I could find it somewhere.