Dr. Parry — The Spiral Staircase Character Profile

About Dr. Parry

A physician and friend of Helen who attempts to take her to Boston for psychological treatment regarding her muteness. He is unable to return to the mansion on the night of the killings but receives a call from Helen at the end when she regains her speech.

Character Facts

Played by

Kent Smith

Appears in

The Spiral Staircase (1946)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (1)

• Dr. Parry — Professional Patient — Helen (Dorothy McGuire)

  Dr. Parry treats Helen for her muteness

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• Mrs. Warren (Ethel Barrymore)
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• Minister (uncredited) (Larry Wheat)
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• Starry-eyed Man (uncredited) (Stanley Price)
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• Murder Victim (uncredited) (Myrna Dell)
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