Arsène Lupin Returns
"THE PERFECT CRIME, almost! Murder to cover a jewel-theft...exposed by G-Men Guns!"
Originally released in 1938. Arsène Lupin Returns is a mystery film. directed by George Fitzmaurice. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Melvyn Douglas, Virginia Bruce, and Warren William
Synopsis
A woman and a man vying for a woman's affection: the usual love trio? Not quite so since the belle in question is Lorraine de Grissac, a very wealthy and alluring society woman, while one of the two rivals is none other than Arsène Lupin, the notorious jewel thief everybody thought dead, now living under the assumed name of René Farrand. As for the other suitor he is an American, a former F.B.I. sleuth turned private eye by the name of Steve Emerson. Steve not only suspects Farrand of being Lupin but when someone attempts to steal a precious emerald necklace from Lorraine's uncle, Count de Brissac, he is persuaded Lupin is the culprit. Is Emerson right or wrong? Which of the two men will win over Lorraine's heart?
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 25, 1938
87 years ago
Runtime
1h 21m
81 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Melvyn Douglas
as Rene Farrand aka Arsene Lupin
Virginia Bruce
as Lorraine de Grissac
Warren William
as Steve Emerson
John Halliday
as Count de Grissac
Nat Pendleton
as Joe Doyle
Monty Woolley
as Georges Bouchet
E. E. Clive
as Alf
George Zucco
as Prefect of Police
Rollo Lloyd
as Duval
Vladimir Sokoloff
as Ivan Pavloff
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arsène Lupin Returns about?
A woman and a man vying for a woman's affection: the usual love trio? Not quite so since the belle in question is Lorraine de Grissac, a very wealthy and alluring society woman, while one of the tw...
Who directed Arsène Lupin Returns?
Arsène Lupin Returns was directed by George Fitzmaurice.
How long is Arsène Lupin Returns?
Arsène Lupin Returns has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).
When was Arsène Lupin Returns released?
Arsène Lupin Returns was released on February 25, 1938 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Arsène Lupin Returns?
The main cast of Arsène Lupin Returns includes Melvyn Douglas, Virginia Bruce, Warren William, John Halliday, Nat Pendleton.