The Secret Witness
1931, English. Directed by Thornton Freeland.
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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.
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Thornton FreelandDirector
- Una MerkelLois Martin
- Purnell PrattCapt. McGowan
- Zasu PittsBella
- Clarence MuseJeff - Building Janitor
- Paul HurstOfficer Brannigan
- Ralf HaroldeLewis Leroy
- William Collier Jr.Arthur Jones aka Casey
- Nat PendletonGunner - Bodyguard
- Rita La RoySylvia Folsom
- Hooper AtchleyHerbert 'Bert' Folsom
- James DurkinDetective
- Mike DonlinMike - Speakeasy Proprietor
Details
- Released
- 12 December 1931
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Sam Spewack
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What The Secret Witness is based on
The Secret Witness is adapted from a novel.
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The Secret Witness: quick answers
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How long is The Secret Witness?
The Secret Witness runs 66 minutes (1h 6m).
Does The Secret Witness have a post-credits scene?
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The Secret Witness parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Secret Witness is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Secret Witness on?
The Secret Witness isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 12 December 1931. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Secret Witness?
If you liked The Secret Witness, try Murder Most Foul, Murder in Three Acts, Deathtrap.
Who directed The Secret Witness?
The Secret Witness (1931) was directed by Thornton Freeland and stars Una Merkel, Purnell Pratt, Zasu Pitts.
What is The Secret Witness based on?
The Secret Witness is adapted from a novel.