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Lightning Strikes Twice 1951

★ 5.520 votes91 min📅 1951-04-12

"Would You Have the Nerve to Do What She Did on Her Wedding Day?"

King Vidor's 1951 drama, 'Lightning Strikes Twice', whisks audiences away to a serene dude ranch in the American West.

Director: King Vidor

Cast

Ruth Roman
Ruth Roman
Shelley Carnes
Richard Todd
Richard Todd
Richard Trevelyan
Mercedes McCambridge
Mercedes McCambridge
Liza McStringer
Zachary Scott
Zachary Scott
Harvey Fortescue Turner
Frank Conroy
Frank Conroy
J.D. Nolan
Kathryn Givney
Kathryn Givney
Myra Nolan
Rhys Williams
Rhys Williams
Father Paul
Darryl Hickman
Darryl Hickman
String
Nacho Galindo
Nacho Galindo
Pedro
Marjorie Bennett
Marjorie Bennett
Drug Store Customer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lightning Strikes Twice (1951) about?

The film follows a New York actress who falls in love with a man recently acquitted of his wife's murder at a serene dude ranch in the American West.

Who directed Lightning Strikes Twice?

King Vidor directed the movie.

Who stars in Lightning Strikes Twice?

The film features Ruth Roman, Richard Todd, Mercedes McCambridge, and Zachary Scott in key roles.

Is Lightning Strikes Twice (1951) worth watching?

While the film may not be a modern classic, its gripping thriller plot and talented cast make it a worthwhile watch for fans of the mystery and drama genres.

How long is Lightning Strikes Twice?

The runtime of the movie is 91 minutes.

About Lightning Strikes Twice (1951) — A Thrilling Drama of Love and Deception

King Vidor's 1951 drama, 'Lightning Strikes Twice', whisks audiences away to a serene dude ranch in the American West. The story centers around a New York actress, sent to the ranch to recover her health, who finds love with the owner, a man recently acquitted of his wife's murder. As she navigates her feelings, the actress must confront the dark secrets surrounding her new love. With a gripping thriller plot and a talented cast, including Ruth Roman and Richard Todd, 'Lightning Strikes Twice' is a must-watch for fans of mystery and drama.

As the actress becomes embroiled in the ranch's mysterious past, she must summon the courage to face the truth. Will she have the nerve to do what she did on her wedding day? 'Lightning Strikes Twice' is a tense and emotional ride that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.