The Patient in Room 18 1938
"$100,000 worth of radium vanishes...three men are mysteriously killed...a corpse comes back from the dead...and it's only the beginning folks, only the beginning!"
Step into the quirky world of 1938 with *The Patient in Room 18*, a zany blend of comedy, crime, and mystery directed by Bobby Connolly. At its heart is Lance, played with charm by Patric Knowles, a young man whose obsession with detective fiction borders on mania.
Director: Bobby Connolly
Cast
Patric Knowles
Lance O'Leary
Ann Sheridan
Sara Keate
Eric Stanley
Bentley
John Ridgely
Jim Warren
Rosella Towne
Maida Day
Jean Benedict
Carol Lethany
Charles Trowbridge
Dr. Bahman
Cliff Clark
Inspector Foley
Harland Tucker
Dr. Arthur Lethany
Edward Raquello
Dr. Fred Harker
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Patient in Room 18 (1938) about?
The film follows Lance, a young man with a detective novel addiction, who gets tangled in a real-life murder mystery while recovering in a hospital. As he tries to make sense of the bizarre events unfolding around him, including a vanishing shipment of radium and a seemingly resurrected corpse, Lance must rely on his overactive imagination to solve the case.
Who directed The Patient in Room 18?
The film was directed by Bobby Connolly, who brought a lighthearted yet suspenseful touch to this Warner Bros. classic.
Who stars in The Patient in Room 18?
The main cast includes Patric Knowles, Ann Sheridan, Eric Stanley, John Ridgely, and Rosella Towne.
Is The Patient in Room 18 (1938) worth watching?
For fans of 1930s mystery-comedies with a dash of romance, *The Patient in Room 18* offers a breezy, entertaining escape. Its snappy dialogue and playful twists make it a charming relic of the era, though it may not satisfy those seeking deeper noir gravitas.
How long is The Patient in Room 18?
The runtime for *The Patient in Room 18* is 57 minutes.
About The Patient in Room 18 (1938) — Where Comedy Meets Classic Crime in a 1930s Whodunit
Step into the quirky world of 1938 with *The Patient in Room 18*, a zany blend of comedy, crime, and mystery directed by Bobby Connolly. At its heart is Lance, played with charm by Patric Knowles, a young man whose obsession with detective fiction borders on mania. After a stint in a hospital room, Lance stumbles into a real-life murder mystery—one that's as baffling as it is darkly humorous. With Ann Sheridan adding sparkle to the mix, this Warner Bros. delight juggles romance, intrigue, and slapstick in equal measure, creating an atmosphere that's equal parts cozy and crackling with tension.
The film thrives on its playful absurdity, where a missing shipment of radium and a corpse that won't stay dead turn Lance's world upside down. The story unfolds like a witty whodunit, with Lance's overactive imagination clashing against the gritty realities of crime. It's a snapshot of classic Hollywood's golden age—lighthearted yet layered, where every shadowy corridor hides a new twist.
