Murder for Mortgage, released on July 28, 2024, is the third episode of the ongoing Secrets of Maple Street season 1. This television show features a series of movies that explore separate incidents related to the fictitious Maple Street.
It follows the release of the likes of Lies and Ex-Wives: Secrets on Maple Street and A Family Nightmare: Secrets on Maple Street. Murder for Mortgage effectively concludes the three-part movie series of the first season. According to the official synopsis on IMDB:
“After the death of the local busybody, a young couple move into her house on the notorious Maple Street. But soon, strange events make them suspect that the woman's death concealed a deeper secret.”
The episode centers on a young couple, Carlee and Alex, and features an impressive cast headlined by Frances Leigh and Thomas Cadrot.
Murder for Mortgage: Secrets on Maple Street - Cast and characters
1) Frances Leigh as Carlee
First and foremost, we have Frances Leigh stars as Carlee, who, along with her husband Alex, moves into a new house on Maple Street. As they settle in, they begin to slowly realize that the house might be haunted. This is due to the death of a woman who previously stayed in the house.
Leigh’s portrayal of Carlee proves pivotal to the plot as the character finds herself at the heart of the mystery surrounding their new home. The actress has previously appeared in major projects such as Arrow, The Flash, and A Verry Merry Bridesmaid.
2) Thomas Cadrot as Alex
Thomas Cadrot plays Alex, the other half of the starring couple. Initially skeptical about the possibility of paranormal forces in their new home, Alex eventually comes to realize that various sinister spirits have taken refuge in the place.
Cadrot has also appeared in some major horror-based movies, including Scream VI, So Help Me Todd, and Exmas. The actor finds himself at the heart of a cascading plot in this Secrets of Maple Street offering.
3) Lucia Walters as Det. Lori Vaughn
Finally, we have the notable Lucia Walters playing the role of Lory Vaughn in Murder for Mortgage. The actress plays the role of one of the new neighbors of the couple. She plays a major part in solving the mysteries surrounding their new home.
Walters has previously been seen in 2018’s Virgin River, 2023’s Goosebumps, and Reginald the Vampire. She is a familiar face who has plenty of experience in horror and is arguably the best part of Murder for Mortgage as well.
Additional cast and characters
Several other notable faces have been seen in the movie:
- Ali Liebert - Katie Wagner
- Lucia Walters - Det. Lori Vaughn
- Karis Cameron - Brittany Walker
- Matthew MacCaull - Scott Lambert
- Samuel Braun - Archer Lambert
- Sarah Christine Smith - Betsy Walker
- Shiraine Haas - Dina Perkins
- Alex Rose - Jake Tolbert
- Roark Critchlow - Roger Perkins
- Mavourneen Varcoe-Ryan - Mrs. Claremont
- Farrah Aviva - Ellen Tolbert
- Dan Payne - Pete Walker
- Juliette Hawk - Alexis Lambert
- Frances Leigh - Carlee Patterson
- Thomas Cadrot - Alex Patterson
- Harrison Coe - Charlie
- Stephanie Van Dyck - Sandra Dales
- Johnny V Wright - Mr. Hopkins
- Shay Galor - Hazel Lambert
- Shastina Kumar - Lily
- Laurie Mackenzie - Wendy Backus
- Geoff Edwards - Mr. Beckerman
- Jacqueline Marie - Officer #1
- Jessica Umpherville - Nurse
- Timothy Wallace - Scuba Diver
- Judi Garner - Faye
- Jayden Oniah - Dylan Lewis
- Damon Gregory - Lou
- Preston Vanderslice - Martin Fulmer
- Ajay Bharti - Bank Employee
- John Prowse - Chief Osborn
- Derek Versteeg - Det. Wayne Simms
- Alvin Tam - Officer Bannon
Directed by Paula Elle, Murder for Mortgage: Secrets on Maple Street is now available for viewing on Lifetime and can also be streamed on various online platforms.