The movie 'Rear Window', directed by Alfred Hitchcock and starring James Stewart and Grace Kelly, was officially released to the public.
The short story 'It Had to Be Murder' by Cornell Woolrich, which inspired the film 'Rear Window', was published.
Filming of 'Rear Window' started, involving the construction of a large indoor set replicating an apartment courtyard.
Photographer L.B. Jeffries breaks his leg and is confined to his apartment with a rear window view of neighbors.
Jeffries begins observing the lives of his neighbors through the rear window out of boredom.
Jeffries becomes suspicious of Lars Thorwald, who abruptly moves items and acts strangely in his apartment.
Jeffries discusses his suspicions with his girlfriend Lisa and nurse Stella, enlisting their help in investigation.
Jeffries observes Thorwald's unusual late-night activities and disappearance of his wife, strengthening suspicion.
Lisa breaks into Thorwald's apartment to search for evidence, nearly caught in the process.
Thorwald discovers Jeffries watching and confronts him, leading to a tense confrontation in Jeffries' apartment.
Police arrive just in time to stop Thorwald and arrest him for the suspected murder of his wife.
Jeffries recovers from his broken leg, with Lisa by his side, indicating their relationship will continue.
