The Return of Doctor X movie poster

The Return of Doctor X

"HE ROSE FROM THE DEAD...TO HAUNT THE LIVING!!!"

November 23, 1939 1h 2m 6.0/10 (60 votes)

Originally released in 1939. The Return of Doctor X is a science fiction/horror film. directed by Vincent Sherman. At just 62 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Humphrey Bogart, Rosemary Lane, and Wayne Morris

Synopsis

When news reporter Walter Garrett arrives at the hotel room of bombshell actress Angela Merrova to conduct an interview, he finds her dead from multiple stab wounds. He returns with the police to find the hotel empty and the body vanished. Garrett writes about the incident but is fired when Merrova, alive and well, goes to the paper to complain. Now his only chance to get his job back is to find the truth, which involves the grisly scheme of a madman.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 23, 1939 86 years ago
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Runtime 1h 2m 62 minutes total
User Rating 6.0/10 Mixed (60 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • First National Pictures
  • Warner Bros. Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Return of Doctor X about?

When news reporter Walter Garrett arrives at the hotel room of bombshell actress Angela Merrova to conduct an interview, he finds her dead from multiple stab wounds. He returns with the police to f...

Who directed The Return of Doctor X?

The Return of Doctor X was directed by Vincent Sherman.

How long is The Return of Doctor X?

The Return of Doctor X has a runtime of 1 hours and 2 minutes (62 minutes total).

When was The Return of Doctor X released?

The Return of Doctor X was released on November 23, 1939 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Return of Doctor X?

The main cast of The Return of Doctor X includes Humphrey Bogart, Rosemary Lane, Wayne Morris, Dennis Morgan, John Litel.