Blackmail
1939, English. Directed by H. C. Potter.
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A fugitive from a chain gang becomes an oil-well firefighter and meets the man who framed him.
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- H. C. PotterDirector
- Edward G. RobinsonJohn R. Ingram
- Ruth HusseyHelen Ingram
- Gene LockhartWilliam 'Bill' Ramey
- Bobs WatsonHank Ingram
- Guinn 'Big Boy' WilliamsMoose McCarthy
- John WrayConvict Diggs
- Arthur HohlRawlins
- Esther DaleSarah
- Trevor BardetteSouthern Deputy (uncredited)
- Willie BestBunny - the Janitor (uncredited)
- Stanley BlystoneOil Worker (uncredited)
- Wade BotelerPolice Sergeant (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 8 September 1939
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- William Ludwig, David Hertz, Endre Bohem
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How long is Blackmail?
Blackmail runs 81 minutes (1h 21m).
Does Blackmail have a post-credits scene?
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Blackmail parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Blackmail is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Blackmail on?
Blackmail isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 8 September 1939. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like Blackmail?
If you liked Blackmail, try Each Dawn I Die, Time Without Pity, 5 Against the House.
Who directed Blackmail?
Blackmail (1939) was directed by H. C. Potter and stars Edward G. Robinson, Ruth Hussey, Gene Lockhart.