Movie Description

The Deceiver

The Deceiver

(1931)

Overview

Broadway matinee idol, Shakespearean actor Reginald Thorpe, is found dead in his dressing room on the eve of his departure for Hollywood. Thorpe's understudy, Tony Hill, is suspected, particularly in light of his skill with knives. Thorpe, however, was a lady's man who seems to have been involved in blackmailing one of his lovers.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleThe Deceiver

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1931-11-21

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 06m

Production CompaniesColumbia Pictures

Genres

  • Drama
  • Mystery