

The Mantrap
Synopsis
Henry Stephenson stars as a retired Scotland Yard detective. He is regarded as an icon because he has written volumes of books on the art of detection. While Stephenson is being honoured for his past successes, he senses modern detectives, particularly the current District Attorney, look at him and his methods as outdated. This spurs the old man out of retirement to prove himself to the know-it-all modern detectives.
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April 13, 1943
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Sherman
- Screenplay & Story
- Curt Siodmak
- Original Title
- The Mantrap
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 57m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Sherman
Curt Siodmak
William Bradford
Arthur Roberts
Department Leadership Roster
Curt Siodmak
Writer
George Sherman
Director
William Bradford
Director of Photography
Arthur Roberts
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Mantrap
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What is The Mantrap about?
Henry Stephenson stars as a retired Scotland Yard detective. He is regarded as an icon because he has written volumes of books on the art of detection. While Stephenson is being honoured for his past successes, he senses modern detectives, particularly the current District Attorney, look at him and his methods as outdated. This spurs the old man out of retirement to prove himself to the know-it-all modern detectives.
Who directed The Mantrap?
The Mantrap was directed by George Sherman.
Who stars in The Mantrap?
The principal cast of The Mantrap includes Henry Stephenson, Lloyd Corrigan, Joseph Allen, Dorothy Lovett, Edmund MacDonald.
When was The Mantrap released and how long is it?
The Mantrap was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 57m.



















