‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ premieres in New York City 70 years ago today (Mar 1 1945)


Video: 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' (trailer)

(Thursday, March 1, 1945)The Picture of Dorian Gray, a horror-drama film about a man who remains young and handsome while his portrait shows the ravages of age and sin, premiered today at Capitol Theatre in New York City.

Directed by Albert Lewin, the film starred George Sanders, Hurd Hatfield, Donna Reed, Angela Lansbury and Peter Lawford.