The Dark Hour
1936, English. Directed by Charles Lamont.
A pair of detectives investigates the murder of an elderly millionaire who was the target of blackmail and death threats and find that there is no shortage of suspects, many of them in the victim's own family.
- Runtime
- 1h 4m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Dark Hour is streaming on Artiflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Charles LamontDirector
- Ray WalkerJim Landis
- Berton ChurchillPaul Bernard
- Irene WareElsa Carson
- Hobart BosworthCharles Carson
- Hedda HopperMrs. Marian Tallman
- E. E. CliveFoot, the Butler
- Harold GoodwinPeter Blake
- William V. MongHenry Carson
- Michael MarkArthur Bell
- John St. PolisDr. Munro
- Miki MoritaChoong
- Aggie HerringMrs. Dubbin, the Cook
Details
- Released
- 17 February 1936
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ewart Adamson
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How long is The Dark Hour?
The Dark Hour runs 64 minutes (1h 4m).
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The Dark Hour parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Dark Hour is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Dark Hour on?
The Dark Hour is streaming on Artiflix in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Dark Hour?
If you liked The Dark Hour, try Shadow of the Thin Man, Another Thin Man, Song of the Thin Man.
Who directed The Dark Hour?
The Dark Hour (1936) was directed by Charles Lamont and stars Ray Walker, Berton Churchill, Irene Ware.