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  • Running time 2 hours 15 minutes (including interval)
  • Age guidelines 12+

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Hollywood star Mischa Barton makes her UK stage debut in a gripping new noir thriller, Double Indemnity

Double Indemnity is a thrilling new stage adaptation of James M. Cain’s classic crime novel, starring Mischa Barton (The O.C.) as the ultimate femme fatale.

Directed by Oscar Toeman and adapted by award-winning playwright Tom Holloway, Double Indemnity brings James M. Cain’s thrilling tale of lust, greed and betrayal to the stage in a razor-sharp, atmospheric reimagining of the iconic crime story.

Set in 1930s Los Angeles, the story follows insurance salesman Walter Huff, who’s drawn into a deadly web of deceit when he meets the dangerously seductive Phyllis Nirdlinger (Barton). Together they plot the perfect murder—but as their passion and guilt spiral out of control, their plan begins to unravel in a haze of suspicion and desire.

Double Indemnity promises a stylish, atmospheric night of suspense inspired by the golden age of film noir.

Don’t miss Mischa Barton’s UK stage debut in this electrifying new production touring across the country in 2026.

Los Angeles, 1930’s. Amidst the wreckage of the Great Depression, Walter Huff, a sharp-eyed insurance salesman, has built his career spotting scams. But when he meets the dangerously seductive Phylis Nirdlinger (Barton) to discuss her husband’s life insurance policy, he finds himself drawn into a web of lust, greed, and betrayal.

Together they plot the perfect crime: murder the husband, cash in the policy, and disappear into the Californian sunset. But passion can cloud judgement, and guilt can corrode the most perfect of plans. With each step increasingly risky, and as mistrust simmers, will Walter and Phyllis outsmart the law – or each other

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Mischa Barton – Double Indemnity | Bio & credits
Mischa Barton – Double Indemnity | Bio & credits

Who is in the cast of Double Indemnity?

Starring:

  • Mischa Barton as Phylis Nirdlinger
  • Ciarán Owens as Walter Huff
  • Martin Marquez as Keyes
  • Gillian Saker as Nettie, Waitress, Usher & understudy Phyllis
  • Joseph Langdon as Mr. Norton, Nino & Joe Pete
  • Oliver Ryan as Mr. Nirdlinger, Jack Christholf, & Jackson
  • Sophia Roberts as Lola Nirdlinger
  • Simon Victor as Ensemble and Understudy for Keyes, Mr. Nirdlinger, Jack Christholf & Jackson
  • Estelle Cousins as Ensemble and Understudy for Lola, Nettie, the Waitress & the Usher)
  • Patrick Fleming as Ensemble and Understudy for Walter Huff, Mr. Norton, Nino & Joe Pete

Who are the creative team of Double Indemnity?

  • Based on Double Indemnity by James M. Cain
  • Adapted for the stage by Tom Holloway
  • Directed by Oscar Toeman
  • By special arrangement of ILP Theatrical
  • Set and costume design by Ti Green
  • Lighting design by Josh Gadsby
  • Sound design and composition by Dan Balfour
  • Additional composition by Zak Gavi
  • WHAM (Wig, hair and make-up design) by Jess & Jo of JJ Wigs
  • Movement Director Chi-San Howard

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The running time of Double Indemnity is 2 hours 15 minutes (including interval)
The age recommendations for Double Indemnity are: 12+
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