The Poisoner's Handbook
Synopsis
In 1918, New York City hired its first scientifically trained medical examiner, Charles Norris. Over the course of a decade and a half, Norris and his extraordinarily driven and talented chief toxicologist, Alexander Gettler, would turn forensic chemistry into a formidable science, sending many a murderer to the electric chair and setting the standards that the rest of the country would ultimately adopt.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
The Poisoner's Handbook PreviewOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-11-25
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rob Rapley
- Screenplay & Story
- Deborah Blum, Rob Rapley, Michelle Ferrari
- Original Title
- The Poisoner's Handbook
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- GBH
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rob Rapley
Deborah Blum, Rob Rapley, Michelle Ferrari
Department Leadership Roster
Rob Rapley
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Poisoner's Handbook.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring The Poisoner's Handbook.
list13
Amazon Prime Movies
More Like The Poisoner's Handbook
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Poisoner's Handbook
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Poisoner's Handbook about?
In 1918, New York City hired its first scientifically trained medical examiner, Charles Norris. Over the course of a decade and a half, Norris and his extraordinarily driven and talented chief toxicologist, Alexander Gettler, would turn forensic chemistry into a formidable science, sending many a murderer to the electric chair and setting the standards that the rest of the country would ultimately adopt.
Who directed The Poisoner's Handbook?
The Poisoner's Handbook was directed by Rob Rapley.
Who stars in The Poisoner's Handbook?
The principal cast of The Poisoner's Handbook includes Chris Bowers.
When was The Poisoner's Handbook released and how long is it?
The Poisoner's Handbook was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Is The Poisoner's Handbook based on a book or true story?
The Poisoner's Handbook is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Deborah Blum".