Name: The Man with a Cloak
Director: Fletcher Markle
Genre: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Released: 1951
Duration: 84 min
Cast: Joseph Cotten, Barbara Stanwyck, Louis Calhern, Leslie Caron, Joe De Santis

What The Man with a Cloak Is About

Set in 19th-century New York, this mystery begins when a Frenchwoman shows up at the home of one of Napoleon's former marshals. The alcoholic man is badly crippled and slowly dying, but this doesn't stop the forthright lady from pushing him to change his will to include his estranged grandson so that he can help out the struggling French Republic. Unfortunately, the dying man's conniving housekeeper and butler, already planning murder to get the money themselves, overhear her and begin plotting her demise.

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What is The Man with a Cloak about?

Set in 19th-century New York, this mystery begins when a Frenchwoman shows up at the home of one of Napoleon's former marshals. The alcoholic man is badly crippled and slowly dying, but this doesn't stop the forthright lady from pushing him to change his will to include his estranged grandson so that he can help out the struggling French Republic.

Where can I watch The Man with a Cloak?

The Man with a Cloak is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is The Man with a Cloak?

The Man with a Cloak runs for 84 minutes (1h 24m).

When did The Man with a Cloak come out?

The Man with a Cloak was released in 1951.

Who directed The Man with a Cloak?

The Man with a Cloak was directed by Fletcher Markle.

Who stars in The Man with a Cloak?

The Man with a Cloak stars Joseph Cotten, Barbara Stanwyck, Louis Calhern, Leslie Caron.

What is The Man with a Cloak's rating?

The Man with a Cloak holds 6.6/10 on IMDb and 6.8/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.