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The Cat and the Canary

A group of eccentric relatives converge on a foreboding mansion to uncover the terms of a deceased millionaire's will, leading to a tangled web of family secrets and surprises.

In the suspenseful film, a wealthy patriarch's relatives eagerly await his passing to claim his inheritance. However, he leaves a surprising stipulation: his will won't be read for 20 years. When the appointed day arrives, his expectant heirs gather at his eerie mansion, only to discover that the inheritance goes to the only heir with his name - Annabelle - if she's deemed sane. If not, the fortune and diamonds will go to a mysterious successor whose identity remains hidden in a sealed envelope. As the lawyer's disappearance sets off a series of bizarre events, doubts arise about Annabelle's mental state, leaving the audience questioning who will ultimately claim the inheritance.

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Info about The Cat and the Canary

Studio(s): Universal Pictures

Originally Released: United Kingdom, Oct 03, 1927

Production Country: United States

Box Office Gross: $325,550.00

Genres:Comedy, Horror, Mystery

The Cat and the Canary: Where to Watch Online in United Kingdom?

At the present time, viewers have the opportunity to enjoy "The Cat and the Canary" completely free of charge, though with occasional advertisements, on the following streaming platforms: Prime Video, Plex. Additionally, viewers have the option to either rent or purchase "The Cat and the Canary" on the following digital platforms: Amazon.