Ira Levin's Deathtrap
by Ira Levin

Name: Ira Levin's Deathtrap
Brand: Ira Levin
SKU: 9780573111211
Rating: 4.01 (3074 reviews)

BroadwayWest End

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Highlights

Small Cast

Female

Male

120 mins1970sStrong Role for Leading Man (Star Vehicle)Interior SetPeriod CostumesAmerican Mystery

Awards & Recognition

Tony Award

Nominee: Four 1978 Tony Awards, including Best Play Winner! 1980 Edgar Award for Best Play

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the clever writing and engaging twists in the play, praising its humor and suspenseful execution. Many fans of Ira Levin enjoy the self-referential elements and the meta-nature of the story, finding it a thrilling read that works well in both script and performance. However, some noted issues with the second act's impact and a few dated elements in the plot.

Clever writing and engaging twistsHumor and suspense are praisedThrilling self-referential elementsSecond act may disappoint some readers

Synopsis

A hugely popular stage and screen success, this ingeniously constructed play offers a rare and skilful blending of two priceless theatrical ingredients - gasp-inducing thrills and spontaneous laughter.

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Press Reviews

"A classic thriller, a genre with a style, a manner and an audience of its own. If you like thrillers, do see it. I promise you that it is vintage."
— New York Post

"The intricately fashioned plot contortions brought gasps, the comedy lines drew delighted chortles."
— The Hollywood Reporter

"Two-thirds a thriller and one-third a devilishly clever comedy… Suspend your disbelief and be delighted. Scream a little. It's good for you."
— Cue Magazine