
Experiment Perilous

Storyline & Plot Summary
In 1903, Doctor Huntington Bailey meets a friendly older lady during a train trip. She tells him that she is going to visit her brother Nick and his lovely young wife Allida. Once in New York, Bailey hears that his train companion suddenly died. Shortly afterward, he meets the strange couple and gets suspicious of Nick's treatment of his wife.
Production Details
Cast

George Brent
Dr. Huntington Bailey

Hedy Lamarr
Allida Bederaux

Paul Lukas
Nicholas 'Nick' Bederaux

Albert Dekker
'Clag' Claghorn

Carl Esmond
John Maitland

Olive Blakeney
Clarissa 'Cissie' Bederaux

George N. Neise
Alec Gregory

Margaret Wycherly
Maggie, the Maid

Stephanie Bachelor
Elaine

Mary Servoss
Miss Wilson

Julia Dean
Deria

William Post Jr.
District Attorney
John Ardell
(uncredited)
Richard Bartell
Hospital Intern (uncredited)

Mary Benoit
(uncredited)
John Benson
(uncredited)
Edward Biby
Art Exhibition Guest (uncredited)
Helen Blizzard
(uncredited)
Lulu Mae Bohrman
(uncredited)
Wanda Cantlon
(uncredited)
Audience Reviews & Detailed Breakdown
Read and share community scores for Experiment Perilous
An absolute masterpiece of modern cinema! The character arcs are deeply emotional and the musical score heightens every single scene.
Great pacing throughout the entire story. The leads have insane chemistry together. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compelling watch.





