The Phantom of 42nd Street
1945, English. Directed by Albert Herman.
A theatre critic teams up with a cop to investigate the murder of a Broadway actor.
- Runtime
- 0h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Albert HermanDirector
- Dave O'BrienTony Woolrich
- Jack MulhallLt. Walsh
- Kay AldridgeClaudia Moore
- Alan MowbrayCecil Moore
- Frank JenksEgbert Egelhofer, aka Romeo
- Edythe ElliottJanis Buchanan
- Vera MarsheGinger
- Cyril DelevantiRoberts
- Stanley PriceReggie Thomas
- John CrawfordJohn Carraby
- Paul PowerTimothy Wells
- Fred AldrichDetective (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 2 May 1945
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Milton Raison
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How long is The Phantom of 42nd Street?
The Phantom of 42nd Street runs 58 minutes (0h 58m).
Does The Phantom of 42nd Street have a post-credits scene?
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The Phantom of 42nd Street parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Phantom of 42nd Street is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Phantom of 42nd Street on?
The Phantom of 42nd Street isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Phantom of 42nd Street?
If you liked The Phantom of 42nd Street, try Deathtrap, The Naked City, 23 Paces to Baker Street.
Who directed The Phantom of 42nd Street?
The Phantom of 42nd Street (1945) was directed by Albert Herman and stars Dave O'Brien, Jack Mulhall, Kay Aldridge.