The Mind Reader
Synopsis
Con-man Chandler and his partner Frank decide to start a clairvoyant act. Chandler falls for Sylvia, one of their marks, but their relationship is challenged when his deception impacts others' lives and Sylvia urges him to reform.
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Warren William
Chandra
Constance Cummings
Sylvia
Allen Jenkins
Frank
Natalie Moorhead
Mrs. Austin
Mayo Methot
Jenny
Clarence Muse
Sam
Earle Foxe
Don
Irving Bacon
Reporter (uncredited)
Clara Blandick
Auntie (uncredited)
George Chandler
Reporter (uncredited)
Robert Greig
Swami (uncredited)
Fred 'Snowflake' Toones
Black Man - Shill at Hair Tonic (uncredited)
Eddy Waller
Chauffeur (uncredited)
Kathrin Clare Ward
New York City Tenement Resident (uncredited)
Symona Boniface
Gossip in Phone Montage (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 1933
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roy Del Ruth
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Lord, Wilson Mizner
- Original Score
- Bernhard Kaun
- Original Title
- The Mind Reader
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Production Studios
- First National Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roy Del Ruth
Robert Lord, Wilson Mizner, Vivian Cosby
Bernhard Kaun
Sol Polito
James Gibbon
Hal B. Wallis
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Lord
Screenplay
Wilson Mizner
Screenplay
Roy Del Ruth
Director
Sol Polito
Director of Photography
Bernhard Kaun
Original Music Composer
James Gibbon
Editor
Hal B. Wallis
Producer
Orry-Kelly
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Mind Reader
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Mind Reader about?
Con-man Chandler and his partner Frank decide to start a clairvoyant act. Chandler falls for Sylvia, one of their marks, but their relationship is challenged when his deception impacts others' lives and Sylvia urges him to reform.
Who directed The Mind Reader?
The Mind Reader was directed by Roy Del Ruth.
Who stars in The Mind Reader?
The principal cast of The Mind Reader includes Warren William, Constance Cummings, Allen Jenkins, Natalie Moorhead, Mayo Methot.
When was The Mind Reader released and how long is it?
The Mind Reader was released in 1933 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.
Who composed the musical score for The Mind Reader?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Mind Reader was composed by Bernhard Kaun.