The Moth
Synopsis
Wealthy young socialite Diane Wyman squanders her fortune and becomes involved in a scandalous raid at a wild party. Her legal guardian, a lecherous old man who has the hots for her, hires a private detective to spy on her. He tails her to a train headed for New Orleans, but she catches on to him. She befriends a young woman aboard the train and they both give the private eye the slip. What Diane doesn't know, however, is that that her newfound friend is actually a notorious criminal known as The Moth, and she has her own reasons for helping Diane escape--she, too, is being tailed by a detective, who's after a cache of jewels she's stolen.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 14, 1934
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fred C. Newmeyer
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph O'Donnell
- Original Title
- The Moth
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 4m
- Production Studios
- Showmen's Pictures, Screencraft Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fred C. Newmeyer
Joseph O'Donnell
George Meehan
Department Leadership Roster
Fred C. Newmeyer
Director
Joseph O'Donnell
Screenplay
George Meehan
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Moth
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What is The Moth about?
Wealthy young socialite Diane Wyman squanders her fortune and becomes involved in a scandalous raid at a wild party. Her legal guardian, a lecherous old man who has the hots for her, hires a private detective to spy on her. He tails her to a train headed for New Orleans, but she catches on to him. She befriends a young woman aboard the train and they both give the private eye the slip. What Diane doesn't know, however, is that that her newfound friend is actually a notorious criminal known as The Moth, and she has her own reasons for helping Diane escape--she, too, is being tailed by a detective, who's after a cache of jewels she's stolen.
Who directed The Moth?
The Moth was directed by Fred C. Newmeyer.
Who stars in The Moth?
The principal cast of The Moth includes Sally O'Neil, Paul Page, Wilfred Lucas, Fred Kelsey, Duncan Renaldo.
When was The Moth released and how long is it?
The Moth was released in 1934 with a total runtime of 1h 4m.