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Murder at Dawn
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Murder at Dawn

1932-02-15 · 62 min · ★ 5.4

Crime · Thriller · Horror · Mystery

Mad scientist works on a death ray in his mountain hideaway.

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Directors
Richard Thorpe
Production companies
Burton King Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Josephine DunnJosephine DunnDoris Farrington
Jack MulhallJack MulhallDanny
Eddie BolandEddie BolandFreddie
Marjorie BeebeMarjorie BeebeGertrude
Martha MattoxMartha MattoxThe Housekeeper
Mischa AuerMischa AuerHenry
Phillips SmalleyPhillips SmalleyJudge Folger
Crauford KentCrauford KentArnstein
Frank BallFrank BallDr. Farrington
Alfred CrossAlfred CrossGoddard
George ReedThe Taxi Driver (uncredited)

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