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The Crime of the Century
“He Couldn't Stop Himself from Committing the Crime of the Century”
6.5 / 10• 1933• 1h 14m•NR• English
CrimeMystery
Storyline
Driven to desperation by his young and extravagant wife, alienist Dr. Emil Brandt has arranged a perfect crime; now he begs the police to lock him up before he can commit it.
Cast & Crew
Jean Hersholt
Dr. Emil Brandt
Lead
Wynne Gibson
Mrs. Frieda Brandt
Stuart Erwin
Dan McKee
Frances Dee
Doris Brandt
Gordon Westcott
Gilbert Reid
Robert Elliott
Captain Tim Riley
David Landau
Lieutenant Frank Martin
William Janney
James Brandt
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. William Beaudine's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Crime of the Century is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
