The Green Cockatoo
"She Lost Herself In Murder!"
Originally released in 1937. The Green Cockatoo is a crime/drama film. directed by William Cameron Menzies. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring John Mills, Rène Ray, and Charles Oliver
Synopsis
A young girl is travelling to London to find work. Arriving at the station, she meets a man who has been stabbed by a member of a gang of crooks involved with greyhound racing. She becomes a suspect, but flees the scene in order to deliver a message to the dead man's brother. She is protected from the police by a night club entertainer, who she learns is the man she is seeking.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 1, 1937
88 years ago
Runtime
1h 5m
65 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (12 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
John Mills
as Jim Connor
Rène Ray
as Eileen
Charles Oliver
as Terrell, gang boss
Bruce Seton
as Madison, tall henchman
Julian Vedey
as Steve, short henchman
Robert Newton
as Dave Connor
Allan Jeayes
as The Detective Inspector
Frank Atkinson
as Protheroe, the butler
Tyrell Davis
as Charlie, the Bartender
William Dewhurst
as Train Passenger
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- New World Pictures (GB)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Green Cockatoo about?
A young girl is travelling to London to find work. Arriving at the station, she meets a man who has been stabbed by a member of a gang of crooks involved with greyhound racing. She becomes a suspec...
Who directed The Green Cockatoo?
The Green Cockatoo was directed by William Cameron Menzies.
How long is The Green Cockatoo?
The Green Cockatoo has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).
When was The Green Cockatoo released?
The Green Cockatoo was released on December 1, 1937 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Green Cockatoo?
The main cast of The Green Cockatoo includes John Mills, Rène Ray, Charles Oliver, Bruce Seton, Julian Vedey.