International Crime
“Crime didn't pay when this master detective stepped in!”
Synopsis
The second and final Grand National Pictures film to feature The Shadow, played again by Rod La Rocque. In this version, Lamont Cranston is an amateur detective and host of a radio show with his assistant Phoebe (not Margo) Lane. Cabbie Moe Shrevnitz and Commissioner Weston also appear.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 23, 1938
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Lamont
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Natteford
- Original Title
- International Crime
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 2m
- Production Studios
- Grand National Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Lamont
Jack Natteford, Theodore S. Tinsley
Charles Henkel Jr.
Max Alexander, Arthur Alexander
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Natteford
Screenplay
Charles Lamont
Director
Max Alexander
Producer
Arthur Alexander
Producer
Charles Henkel Jr.
Editor
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About International Crime
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What is International Crime about?
The second and final Grand National Pictures film to feature The Shadow, played again by Rod La Rocque. In this version, Lamont Cranston is an amateur detective and host of a radio show with his assistant Phoebe (not Margo) Lane. Cabbie Moe Shrevnitz and Commissioner Weston also appear.
Who directed International Crime?
International Crime was directed by Charles Lamont.
Who stars in International Crime?
The principal cast of International Crime includes Rod La Rocque, Astrid Allwyn, Thomas E. Jackson, Oscar O'Shea, Lew Hearn.
When was International Crime released and how long is it?
International Crime was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 1h 2m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for International Crime?
International Crime holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).