The Death Kiss
“IT'S FULL OF THRILLS!”
Synopsis
When a movie actor is shot and killed during production, the true feelings about the actor begin to surface. As the studio heads worry about negative publicity, one of the writers tags along as the killing is investigated and clues begin to surface.
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The Death Kiss (1932) Bela Lugosi | Comedy, Crime, Pre-Code Film
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Top Cast
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David Manners
Franklyn Drew
Adrienne Ames
Marcia Lane
Bela Lugosi
Joseph Steiner
John Wray
Detective Lieut. Sheehan
Vince Barnett
Officer Gulliver
Alexander Carr
Leon A. Grossmith
Edward Van Sloan
Tom Avery
Harold Minjir
Howell
Barbara Bedford
Script Girl
Al Hill
Assistant Director
Harold Waldridge
Charlie
Wade Boteler
Sergeant Hilliker
Lee Moran
Todd
King Baggot
Al Payne
Edmund Burns
Myles Brent
Ralph Lewis
Winchell
Mona Maris
Mrs. Agnes Avery
Frank O'Connor
Tom
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 5, 1932
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edwin L. Marin
- Screenplay & Story
- Barry Barringer, Gordon Kahn
- Original Score
- Arthur Lange
- Original Title
- The Death Kiss
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- K.B.S. Productions Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edwin L. Marin
Barry Barringer, Gordon Kahn, Joe Traub, Madelon St. Dennis
Arthur Lange
Norbert Brodine
Rose Loewinger
Burt Kelly, William Saal, Samuel Bischoff
Department Leadership Roster
Edwin L. Marin
Director
Barry Barringer
Screenplay
Gordon Kahn
Screenplay
Rose Loewinger
Editor
Burt Kelly
Producer
William Saal
Producer
Samuel Bischoff
Producer
Arthur Lange
Original Music Composer
Norbert Brodine
Director of Photography
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Death Kiss
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What is The Death Kiss about?
When a movie actor is shot and killed during production, the true feelings about the actor begin to surface. As the studio heads worry about negative publicity, one of the writers tags along as the killing is investigated and clues begin to surface.
Who directed The Death Kiss?
The Death Kiss was directed by Edwin L. Marin.
Who stars in The Death Kiss?
The principal cast of The Death Kiss includes David Manners, Adrienne Ames, Bela Lugosi, John Wray, Vince Barnett.
When was The Death Kiss released and how long is it?
The Death Kiss was released in 1932 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for The Death Kiss?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Death Kiss was composed by Arthur Lange.
Is The Death Kiss based on a book or true story?
The Death Kiss is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Madelon St. Dennis".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Death Kiss?
The Death Kiss holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).