

The Glass Key
1942, English. Directed by Stuart Heisler.
The Tougher They Are—The Harder They Fall
A crooked politician finds himself being accused of murder by a gangster from whom he refused help during a re-election campaign.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 138 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Glass Key
The Glass Key isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
Availability in India as of 11 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 8 September 1942
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jonathan Latimer
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What The Glass Key is based on
The Glass Key is based on The Glass Key (1931) by Dashiell Hammett, published by Alfred A. Knopf.
1931
The Glass Key
By Dashiell Hammett
Published by Alfred A. Knopf
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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The Glass Key: quick answers
Is The Glass Key worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 138 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Glass Key?
The Glass Key runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does The Glass Key have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Glass Key. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Glass Key parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Glass Key is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Glass Key on?
The Glass Key isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Glass Key?
If you liked The Glass Key, try Phantom Lady, Dead Reckoning, The Blue Dahlia.
Who directed The Glass Key?
The Glass Key (1942) was directed by Stuart Heisler and stars Brian Donlevy, Veronica Lake, Alan Ladd.
What is The Glass Key based on?
The Glass Key is based on The Glass Key (1931) by Dashiell Hammett, published by Alfred A. Knopf.