The Benson Murder Case
"DID SHE KILL? Solve the crime that shocked New York!"
Originally released in 1930. The Benson Murder Case is a crime/mystery film. directed by Frank Tuttle. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring William Powell, William 'Stage' Boyd, and Eugene Pallette
Synopsis
A ruthless, crooked stockbroker is murdered at his luxurious country estate, and detective Philo Vance just happens to be there; he decides to find out who killed him.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 13, 1930
95 years ago
Runtime
1h 5m
65 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (15 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
William Powell
as Philo Vance
William 'Stage' Boyd
as Harry Gray
Eugene Pallette
as Sgt. Edward Heath
Paul Lukas
as Adolph Mohler
Natalie Moorhead
as Fanny Del Roy
Richard Tucker
as Anthony Benson
May Beatty
as Mrs. Paula Banning
E.H. Calvert
as DA John F.X. Markham
Mischa Auer
as Albert Brecker (uncredited)
Perry Ivins
as Print Dealer (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Benson Murder Case about?
A ruthless, crooked stockbroker is murdered at his luxurious country estate, and detective Philo Vance just happens to be there; he decides to find out who killed him.
Who directed The Benson Murder Case?
The Benson Murder Case was directed by Frank Tuttle.
How long is The Benson Murder Case?
The Benson Murder Case has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).
When was The Benson Murder Case released?
The Benson Murder Case was released on April 13, 1930 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Benson Murder Case?
The main cast of The Benson Murder Case includes William Powell, William 'Stage' Boyd, Eugene Pallette, Paul Lukas, Natalie Moorhead.