Deathtrap (1982) Deathtrap

Deathtrap ★★ 1982 (PG) A creatively blocked playwright, his ailing rich wife, and a former student who has written a sure-fire hit worth killing for, are the principals in this compelling comedy-mystery. Cross and double-cross are explored in this film based on the Broadway hit by Ira Levin. 118m/C VHS, DVD. Henry Jones, Michael Caine, Christopher Reeve, Dyan Cannon, Irene Worth; Director: Sidney Lumet; Writer: Jay Presson Allen; Writer: Andrzej Bartkowiak; Cameo: Johnny Mandel.

At-a-glance
Year Released 1982
Rating PG
Length (in minutes) 118
Display Color
Formats VHS, DVD
National Film Registry
Credits
Role Name
Actor Dyan Cannon
Actor Henry Jones
Actor Christopher Reeve
Actor Irene Worth
Actor Michael Caine
Cameo Johnny Mandel
Cinematographer Andrzej Bartkowiak
Director Sidney Lumet
Writer Jay Presson Allen