Movie

Tension (1949)

• NR
• November 25, 1949
• 1h 35m

• Thriller
• Crime

“In every two-timing kiss you will feel…TENSION!”

Overview

Warren Quimby manages a drugstore while trying to keep his volatile wife, Claire, happy. However, when Claire leaves him for a liquor store salesman, Warren can no longer bear it. He decides to assume a new identity in order to murder his wife's lover without leaving a trace. Along the way, his plans are complicated by an attractive neighbor, as well as a shocking discovery that opens up a new world of doubts and accusations.

Director

John Berry

Writers

John D. Klorer, Allen Rivkin

Starring

Richard Basehart, Audrey Totter, Cyd Charisse