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A Stolen Life

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description A Stolen Life Overview

A Stolen Life is a 1946 American drama produced by Bette Davis, adapted from Karel Josef Benes’ 1935 novel. Curtis Bernhardt directed this film featuring Glenn Ford and other supporting actors, marking a remake of the 1939 British version. The story shares a similar premise to its predecessor starring Elisabeth Bergner and Michael Redgrave.

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info A Stolen Life Specifications

Country	United States
Year	1946

help A Stolen Life FAQ

Does Bette Davis play twins in A Stolen Life?

Yes. Davis plays identical twin sisters Kate Bosworth and Patricia Bosworth, making the mistaken-identity plot depend on her double role. Glenn Ford plays Bill Emerson, the man both sisters love. [AFI Catalog](https://catalog.afi.com/Catalog/moviedetails/24981)

Is A Stolen Life a remake?

The 1946 film is a remake of the 1939 British film Stolen Life, which starred Elisabeth Bergner and Michael Redgrave. Both films draw on Karel Josef Benes's novel. [AFI Catalog](https://catalog.afi.com/Catalog/moviedetails/24981)

Who directed A Stolen Life?

Curtis Bernhardt directed the 1946 version, and Bette Davis also produced it. The film was distributed by Warner Bros. and runs about 109 minutes. [AFI Catalog](https://catalog.afi.com/Catalog/moviedetails/24981)

What happens after Patricia dies?

After Patricia is drowned in a boating accident, Kate is mistaken for her and allows the confusion to continue. She then discovers that taking her sister's identity also means inheriting the damage in Patricia's marriage to Bill. [Film FAQ](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0038984/faq/)

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