Father Brown, Detective
Originally released in 1934. Father Brown, Detective is a crime/drama film. directed by Edward Sedgwick. At just 68 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Walter Connolly, Paul Lukas, and Gertrude Michael
Synopsis
After notorious jewel thief Flambeau meets Evelyn Fischer during a raid on a casino, he falls deeply in love with her. Later Flambeau sends notes to both Leopold Fischer, who unknown to him is Evelyn's uncle, and Father Brown, in which he vows he will steal from them the ten diamonds that comprise the "Flying Star." Flambeau intends to give these diamonds to Evelyn. Father Brown, whose gold cross contains some of the Flying Star diamonds, is determined to meet Flambeau before he is arrested, to reform and redeem his soul.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 14, 1934
91 years ago
Runtime
1h 8m
68 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Walter Connolly
as Father Brown
Paul Lukas
as Flambeau
Gertrude Michael
as Evelyn Fischer
Robert Loraine
as Inspector Valentine
Halliwell Hobbes
as Sir Leopold Fischer
Una O'Connor
as Mrs. Boggs
E. E. Clive
as Sergeant Dawes
Robert Adair
as Policeman (uncredited)
Alyce Ardell
as Maid (uncredited)
King Baggot
as Priest (uncredited)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Father Brown, Detective about?
After notorious jewel thief Flambeau meets Evelyn Fischer during a raid on a casino, he falls deeply in love with her. Later Flambeau sends notes to both Leopold Fischer, who unknown to him is Evel...
Who directed Father Brown, Detective?
Father Brown, Detective was directed by Edward Sedgwick.
How long is Father Brown, Detective?
Father Brown, Detective has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).
When was Father Brown, Detective released?
Father Brown, Detective was released on December 14, 1934 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Father Brown, Detective?
The main cast of Father Brown, Detective includes Walter Connolly, Paul Lukas, Gertrude Michael, Robert Loraine, Halliwell Hobbes.