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When Were You Born
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When Were You Born

1938-06-18 · 65 min · ★ 5.3

Mystery · Romance

A San Francisco astrologer correctly predicts a ship passenger's death and then helps the police look for the murderer.

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Directors
William C. McGann
Production companies
Warner Bros. Pictures, First National Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Margaret LindsayMargaret LindsayDoris Kane
James StephensonJames StephensonPhillip Corey
Lola LaneLola LaneNita Kenton
Anna May WongAnna May WongMei Lei Ming
Anthony AverillAnthony AverillLarry Camp
Charles Cahill WilsonCharles Cahill WilsonInspector Jim C. Gregg
Manly P. HallManly P. HallSelf / Narrator
Jeffrey LynnJeffrey LynnDavis
Eric StanleyShields
Leonard MudieLeonard MudieFrederick Gow
Olin HowlandOlin HowlandPeter Finlay
Maurice CassMaurice CassDr. Merton
Frank JaquetFrank JaquetSgt. Kelly
Clayton MooreClayton MooreAssistant District Attorney
Carole LandisCarole LandisShip Passenger (uncredited)

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