Midnight Lace is a 1960 film directed by David Miller. The film's plot is a psychological thriller that follows the story of an American woman living in London who is tormented by an ominous stranger. 

Plot

The film stars Kit Preston (played by Doris Day), an American woman living in London with her husband Anthony Preston (played by Rex Harrison), a successful businessman. Kit's life takes a disturbing turn when she begins receiving threatening phone calls from an unknown person who threatens to kill her.

The plot unfolds as Kit desperately tries to uncover the identity of her harasser and convince others, including her husband and the police, that she is not simply imagining the threats. However, her mental state is called into question as there appears to be no concrete evidence of the threats received.

Kit must rely on a small circle of people, including her longtime friend Brian Younger (played by John Gavin), to try to uncover the truth and protect her life. Tension mounts as the mystery deepens.

"Midnight Lace" is known for Doris Day's performance and its atmosphere of psychological suspense. The film explores themes of paranoia, identity, and fear in an unsettling London setting.

Director: David Miller

Writers: Ivan Goff, Ben Roberts

Producers: Ross Hunter, Martin Melcher

Music: Frank Skinner

Main Cast:

• Doris Day as Kit Preston
• Rex Harrison as Brian Younger
• John Gavin as Tony Preston
• Myrna Loy as Aunt Bea
• Roddy McDowall as Malcolm

Major Awards: The film did not win major Oscars, but Doris Day received a Golden Globe nomination.

Box Office Gross: The film was a box office success.

Critical Reception:  The film is known for its suspense and the performances of Doris Day and Rex Harrison. Although it did not win major Oscars, Doris Day received a Golden Globe nomination for her performance. The film was a box office success and has continued to be appreciated by fans of the thriller genre.