Movie Description
The Secret Witness
(1931)Overview
A wealthy, cheating husband is found murdered in his penthouse apartment. The police soon arrest a suspect, but the victim's downstairs neighbor believes the man is innocent and sets out to prove who really committed the murder.
Featured Crew
- Director : Thornton Freeland
- Producer : J. G. Buchman
- Editor : Louis Sackin
- Cast : Una Merkel,Purnell Pratt,Zasu Pitts,Clarence Muse,Paul Hurst,Ralf Harolde,William Collier Jr.,Nat Pendleton,Rita La Roy,Hooper Atchley,James Durkin,Mike Donlin,June Clyde,Clyde Cook,Greta Granstedt,Henry Hall,Maston Williams,Billy Bletcher
Cast
Lois Martin
Capt. McGowan
Bella
Jeff - Building Janitor
Officer Brannigan
Lewis Leroy
Arthur Jones aka Casey
Gunner - Bodyguard
Sylvia Folsom
Herbert 'Bert' Folsom
Detective
Mike - Speakeasy Proprietor
Tess Jones
Larson - Building Engineer
Gunner's Woman Friend
Police Commissioner Martin
Contact Detective
Radio Announcer's Voice
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Facts
Original TitleThe Secret Witness
Status Released
Release Information
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1931-12-12
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 06m
Production CompaniesFamous Attractions
Genres
- Drama
- Comedy
- Mystery









































