Bulldog Drummond's Peril
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Synopsis
Drummond's wedding with Phyllis is interrupted when the inspector guarding their gifts is killed. He tries to trace the killers and uncovers the mystery of diamond counterfeiters.
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Top Cast
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John Barrymore
Colonel Neilson
John Howard
Captain Hugh 'Bulldog' Drummond
Louise Campbell
Phyllis Clavering
Reginald Denny
Algy Longworth
E. E. Clive
Tenny
Porter Hall
Dr. Botulian
Elizabeth Patterson
Aunt Blanche
Nydia Westman
Gwen Longworth
Halliwell Hobbes
Prof. Bernard Goodman
Matthew Boulton
Sir Raymond Blantyre
Zeffie Tilbury
Mrs. Weevens
David Clyde
Constable McThane
Clyde Cook
Constable Sacker
Austin Fairman
Roberts
Michael Brooke
Anthony Greer
Georgette Rhodes
Paulette
Gregory Gaye
Raoul
Jimmy Aubrey
Mechanic
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 18, 1938
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James P. Hogan
- Screenplay & Story
- Stuart Palmer
- Original Title
- Bulldog Drummond's Peril
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James P. Hogan
Stuart Palmer, Herman C. McNeile
Harry Fischbeck
Edward Dmytryk
Department Leadership Roster
Stuart Palmer
Screenplay
James P. Hogan
Director
Edward Dmytryk
Editor
Harry Fischbeck
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bulldog Drummond's Peril
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Bulldog Drummond's Peril about?
Drummond's wedding with Phyllis is interrupted when the inspector guarding their gifts is killed. He tries to trace the killers and uncovers the mystery of diamond counterfeiters.
Who directed Bulldog Drummond's Peril?
Bulldog Drummond's Peril was directed by James P. Hogan.
Who stars in Bulldog Drummond's Peril?
The principal cast of Bulldog Drummond's Peril includes John Barrymore, John Howard, Louise Campbell, Reginald Denny, E. E. Clive.
When was Bulldog Drummond's Peril released and how long is it?
Bulldog Drummond's Peril was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.
Is Bulldog Drummond's Peril based on a book or true story?
Bulldog Drummond's Peril is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Herman C. McNeile".