Afraid to Talk
1932, English. Directed by Edward L. Cahn.
A Dramatic expose of Graft-ridden Politics!
Corrupt politicians resort to murder and blackmail when a young boy accidentally witnesses them taking payoffs.
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Edward L. CahnDirector
- Eric LindenEddie Martin
- Sidney FoxPeggy Martin
- Tully MarshallDistrict Attorney. Anderson
- Louis CalhernAsst. District Attorney John Wade
- George MeekerLenny Collins
- Robert WarwickJake Stranskey
- Berton ChurchillMayor William 'Billy' Manning
- Edward ArnoldJig Skelli
- Mayo MethotMarge Winters
- Matt McHughJoe Skelli
- Joyce ComptonAlice - Party Girl
- King BaggotPolice Officer (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 17 November 1932
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Tom Reed
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How long is Afraid to Talk?
Afraid to Talk runs 69 minutes (1h 9m).
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Afraid to Talk parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Afraid to Talk is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Afraid to Talk on?
Afraid to Talk isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 17 November 1932. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like Afraid to Talk?
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Who directed Afraid to Talk?
Afraid to Talk (1932) was directed by Edward L. Cahn and stars Eric Linden, Sidney Fox, Tully Marshall.