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Murder by the Clock

Murder by the Clock

Three Murders Done-But Only Two Persons Die!

1931 1h 16mHorrorMystery

A policeman investigates a woman's link to murders that are preceded by a shrilling horn inside a family mausoleum.

3.2/5

TMDB score· 11 votes

Synopsis

A policeman investigates a woman's link to murders that are preceded by a shrilling horn inside a family mausoleum.

The vibe

cemeterymaidfingerprints

Behind it

Edward SlomanEdward SlomanDirectorCharles BeahanScreenplayRufus KingStory

Cast

William 'Stage' BoydWilliam 'Stage' BoydLt. Valcour
Lilyan TashmanLilyan TashmanLaura Endicott
Irving PichelIrving PichelPhilip Endicott
Regis ToomeyRegis ToomeyOffice Cassidy
Sally O'NeilSally O'NeilJane, a Maid
Blanche FridericiBlanche FridericiJulia Endicott
Walter McGrailWalter McGrailHerbert Endicott
Lester VailLester VailThomas Hollander
Martha MattoxMartha MattoxMiss Roberts
Frank SheridanFrank SheridanChief of Police
Guy OliverGuy OliverWatchman
Frederick SullivanFrederick SullivanMedical Examiner

Director

Edward Sloman

Writers

Charles Beahan, Rufus King

Release date

21 Jul 1931

Runtime

1h 16m

Studio

Paramount Pictures

Language

English

Country

United States of America

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