The Ringmaster (26 May 1952)

A one-time actor suffered a crippling injury early in his career. Now managing a inn, he takes great delight in influencing the lives of his guests--in negative ways.

Director:

Vincent J. Donehue

Writers:

Alvin Sapinsley (adapted for television by), Keith Winter (play)

Stars:

Robert Montgomery, Vincent Price, Anna Lee

Cast

Episode cast overview:
Robert Montgomery	...	Himself - Host
Vincent Price	...	Peter Hammond
Anna Lee	...	Ann Hammond
Robert Coote	...	George Amberwell
John Merivale	...	Julian West
Sarah Burton	...	Hilda
Adrienne Corri	...	Peggy Lancaster

Storyline

Peter Hammond's acting career ended after an accident put him in a wheelchair. Now, he and his wife, Ann, are inn-keepers in the British countryside. Their one-time stage manager arrives and finds his old friend a changed man. Bitter and angry, Peter takes out his revenge on everyone around him. He manipulates and destroys their lives, taking great delight in orchestrating their unhappiness.

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Genres:

Drama

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Details

Language:

English

Release Date:

26 May 1952 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Studio 8H, NBC Studios - 30 Rockefeller Plaza, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Neptune Productions

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

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