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5.2 / 10(4 votes)IMDb19421h 1mUnited States of America

Phantom Killer

“A prosecutor butts his brains into the stone wall of mystery and runs into a newspaper female feature writer!”

Synopsis

Well-known philanthropist and deaf-mute John G. Harrison is identified leaving the scene of several murders but evades successful prosecution as there are hundreds of witnesses who have also seen him emceeing benefits at the exact same time as the murders.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

October 2, 1942

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
William Beaudine
Screenplay & Story
Karl Brown
Original Title
Phantom Killer
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 1m
Production Studios
Monogram Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

William Beaudine

Screenplay & Story

Karl Brown, Albert DeMond

Director of Photography

Marcel Le Picard

Film Editing

Jack Ogilvie

Producers

A.W. Hackel

Department Leadership Roster

Karl Brown

Screenplay

William Beaudine

William Beaudine

Director

Eugene Joseff

Eugene Joseff

Costume Design

A.W. Hackel

Producer

Jack Ogilvie

Editor

Marcel Le Picard

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Phantom Killer.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Phantom Killer

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Phantom Killer about?

Well-known philanthropist and deaf-mute John G. Harrison is identified leaving the scene of several murders but evades successful prosecution as there are hundreds of witnesses who have also seen him emceeing benefits at the exact same time as the murders.

Who directed Phantom Killer?

Phantom Killer was directed by William Beaudine.

Who stars in Phantom Killer?

The principal cast of Phantom Killer includes Dick Purcell, Joan Woodbury, John Hamilton, Warren Hymer, Mantan Moreland.

When was Phantom Killer released and how long is it?

Phantom Killer was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.