In 1887, Nellie Bly has herself committed to the Women’s Lunatic Asylum on Blackwell’s Island to expose abuse behind its locked doors. When her secret record of what she has witnessed is discovered, Nellie and the women around her risk everything to preserve the truth.
She knew she was pretending. The doctors refused to believe her.
Director: James G. Maynard · Writer: James G. Maynard
In 1887, Nellie Bly has herself committed to the Women’s Lunatic Asylum on Blackwell’s Island to expose abuse behind its locked doors. When her secret record of what she has witnessed is discovered, Nellie and the women around her risk everything to preserve the truth.
Inside the Madhouse is a 2026 drama and history movie from the United States directed by James G. Maynard. It was released on September 26, 2026. The running time is 25 min, in English.
“She knew she was pretending. The doctors refused to believe her.”
Inside the Madhouse was released on September 26, 2026.
Inside the Madhouse was directed by James G. Maynard.
Inside the Madhouse runs 25 min.
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James G. Maynard