Suspicion
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Suspicion

Best from age 11 · PG · 1941 · 99 min

Suspicion

A naive heiress marries a charming, but irresponsible, man. As his debts grow and strange events unfold, she fears he may be plotting to kill her. This classic psychological thriller explores trust, deception, and suspicion within a marriage.

What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Moderate

3/10

Language

Mild

1/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Moderate

3/10

Romance & sensuality

Mild

2/10

Scary moments

Moderate

4/10

Heads up

  • The film deals with themes of murder and suspicion, which might be intense for younger viewers.
  • Characters drink alcohol and smoke cigarettes throughout the film.
  • A tense ending where a character believes their life is in danger.

Models well

  • Trust and doubt
  • Consequences of deception
  • Standing up for yourself

Talk about it after

  • Is Johnnie truly a murderer, or is Lina's imagination getting the best of her?
  • How can secrets and financial troubles strain a relationship?
  • What makes a healthy, trusting marriage?
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Cast & crew

Hair Scene - Suspicion (1941)

Suspicion - Original Theatrical Trailer

Suspicion 1941 Milk scene Cary Grant Joan Fontaine

Suspicion - Trailer