The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog (1927) | |
| Director(s) | Alfred Hitchcock |
| Producer(s) | Michael Balcon (uncredited), Carlyle Blackwell (uncredited) |
| Top Genres | Crime, Drama, Mystery, Silent Films, Thriller/Suspense |
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The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog (1927) was a Crime - Drama Film directed by Alfred Hitchcock and produced by Michael Balcon and Carlyle Blackwell.
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The Master of Suspense’s First Thriller – ‘The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog’ (Alfred Hitchcock, 1927)
By Virginie Pronovost on Nov 12, 2025 From The Wonderful World of CinemaWe often talk of older films that were ahead of their time. It could be for the central subject, the fashion (hello Merrily We Live), the aesthetic, the acting or just the aura. These pictures were not only ahead of their time; they sometimes stood the test of time and are still relevant decades aft... Read full article
Hitchcock Blogathon #5: The Lodger
By RBuccicone on Jan 17, 2011 From MacGuffin MoviesThe Lodger (1926) ???? Hitchcock got his career in films started as soon as the medium?existed in England, it seems. He started as an intertitle designer, did some assisting on pictures and then moved on to directing. The Lodger is if not his best silent film at least the director’s favorite. ... Read full article
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Quotes from
Joe Betts: Does this lodger of yours mean any harm to Daisy?
The Landlady: Don't be silly, Joe. He's not that sort.
Joe Betts: Even if he's a bit queer, he's a gentleman.
[last lines]
The Landlady: Your toothbrush - you left it behind.
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Facts about
This is the earliest film directed by Alfred Hitchcock that survives today in its entirety.
Alfred Hitchcock: a desk in the newsroom early in the film. Some people claim he also appears later in the crowd lynch scene.
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