The Face at the Window
“THRILL PILED ON CHILL”
Synopsis
In 1880, the criminal called The Wolf is responsible for a murderous rampage in France. When the Brisson Bank is robbed in Paris and the employee Michelle is murdered, the wealthy Chevalier Lucio del Gardo is the only chance to save the bank. Chevalier proposes to the owner M. de Brisson to deposit a large amount of gold, but in return he would like to marry his daughter Cecile. However, Cecile is in love with the efficient clerk Lucien Cortier that belongs to the lower classes and refuses the engagement. In order to get rid off the rival, Chevalier uses evidences to incriminate Lucien, manipulating the incompetent Parisian chief of police.
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The Face at the Window (1939) Trailer
Type: Clip • Published 2014-08-05
Top Cast
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Tod Slaughter
Chevalier Lucio del Gardo
Marjorie Taylor
Cecile de Brisson
John Warwick
Lucien Cortier
Aubrey Mallalieu
M. de Brisson
Robert Adair
Police Inspector Gouffert
Wallace Evennett
Professor Le Blanc
Leonard Henry
Gaston, the Cook
Kay Lewis
Babette, the Maid
Bill Shine
Pierre, Babette's Beau
Margaret Yarde
La Pinan
Harry Terry
The Face at the Window
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 23, 1940
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George King
- Screenplay & Story
- Brooke Warren, A.R. Rawlinson
- Original Score
- Jack Beaver
- Original Title
- The Face at the Window
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- George King Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George King
Brooke Warren, A.R. Rawlinson
Jack Beaver
Hone Glendinning
Jack Harris
George King
Department Leadership Roster
George King
Director
Hone Glendinning
Director of Photography
Jack Harris
Editor
George King
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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 The Face at the Window
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What is The Face at the Window about?
In 1880, the criminal called The Wolf is responsible for a murderous rampage in France. When the Brisson Bank is robbed in Paris and the employee Michelle is murdered, the wealthy Chevalier Lucio del Gardo is the only chance to save the bank. Chevalier proposes to the owner M. de Brisson to deposit a large amount of gold, but in return he would like to marry his daughter Cecile. However, Cecile is in love with the efficient clerk Lucien Cortier that belongs to the lower classes and refuses the engagement. In order to get rid off the rival, Chevalier uses evidences to incriminate Lucien, manipulating the incompetent Parisian chief of police.
Who directed The Face at the Window?
The Face at the Window was directed by George King.
Who stars in The Face at the Window?
The principal cast of The Face at the Window includes Tod Slaughter, Marjorie Taylor, John Warwick, Aubrey Mallalieu, Robert Adair.
When was The Face at the Window released and how long is it?
The Face at the Window was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for The Face at the Window?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Face at the Window was composed by Jack Beaver.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Face at the Window?
The Face at the Window holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).