The Crime of the Century
“He Couldn't Stop Himself from Committing the Crime of the Century”
Synopsis
Driven to desperation by his young and extravagant wife, alienist Dr. Emil Brandt has arranged a perfect crime; now he begs the police to lock him up before he can commit it.
Top Cast
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Jean Hersholt
Dr. Emil Brandt
Wynne Gibson
Mrs. Frieda Brandt
Stuart Erwin
Dan McKee
Frances Dee
Doris Brandt
Gordon Westcott
Gilbert Reid
Robert Elliott
Captain Tim Riley
David Landau
Lieutenant Frank Martin
William Janney
James Brandt
Bodil Rosing
Hilda Ericson
Torben Meyer
Eric Ericson
Samuel S. Hinds
Philip Ames
Eddie Baker
Detective (uncredited)
Marion Byron
Bridge Player (uncredited)
Harry Depp
Police Stenographer (uncredited)
Arthur Hohl
Announcer (uncredited)
Isabel Jewell
Bridge Player (uncredited)
Fred Kelsey
Police Guard (uncredited)
Pat McKee
Desk Sergeant (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 18, 1933
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 4, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Beaudine
- Screenplay & Story
- Florence Ryerson, Brian Marlow
- Original Title
- The Crime of the Century
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Beaudine
Florence Ryerson, Brian Marlow, Walter Maria Espe
David Abel
Jane Loring
B.P. Schulberg
Department Leadership Roster
William Beaudine
Director
Jane Loring
Editor
Florence Ryerson
Screenplay
Brian Marlow
Screenplay
David Abel
Director of Photography
B.P. Schulberg
Producer
Travis Banton
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Crime of the Century
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Crime of the Century about?
Driven to desperation by his young and extravagant wife, alienist Dr. Emil Brandt has arranged a perfect crime; now he begs the police to lock him up before he can commit it.
Who directed The Crime of the Century?
The Crime of the Century was directed by William Beaudine.
Who stars in The Crime of the Century?
The principal cast of The Crime of the Century includes Jean Hersholt, Wynne Gibson, Stuart Erwin, Frances Dee, Gordon Westcott.
When was The Crime of the Century released and how long is it?
The Crime of the Century was released in 1933 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Crime of the Century?
The Crime of the Century holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).