Murder on the Roof
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Synopsis
This primarily two-set programmer has a has-been criminal lawyer, Anthony Sommers (William V. Mong) wrongly accused of murder and follows the efforts of his daughter, Molly Sommers (Dorothy Revier), a nightclub singer and two newspapers reporters, Ted Palmer (David Newell) and the inaptly-named Drinkwater (Raymond Hatton), posing as a drunk, to clear him.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 29, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George B. Seitz
- Screenplay & Story
- F. Hugh Herbert
- Original Title
- Murder on the Roof
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George B. Seitz
F. Hugh Herbert, Edward Doherty
Robert Jahns
Harry Cohn
Department Leadership Roster
George B. Seitz
Director
Robert Jahns
Editor
Harry Cohn
Producer
F. Hugh Herbert
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Murder on the Roof
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What is Murder on the Roof about?
This primarily two-set programmer has a has-been criminal lawyer, Anthony Sommers (William V. Mong) wrongly accused of murder and follows the efforts of his daughter, Molly Sommers (Dorothy Revier), a nightclub singer and two newspapers reporters, Ted Palmer (David Newell) and the inaptly-named Drinkwater (Raymond Hatton), posing as a drunk, to clear him.
Who directed Murder on the Roof?
Murder on the Roof was directed by George B. Seitz.
Who stars in Murder on the Roof?
The principal cast of Murder on the Roof includes Dorothy Revier, Raymond Hatton, Margaret Livingston, David Newell, Paul Porcasi.
When was Murder on the Roof released and how long is it?
Murder on the Roof was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 55m.