Before I Hang
"Beware! When Karloff stops the clock, your hour has come!"
Originally released in 1940. Before I Hang is a crime/horror film. directed by Nick Grindé. At just 62 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Boris Karloff, Evelyn Keyes, and Bruce Bennett
Synopsis
Dr. John Garth conducting an innovative medical experiment aimed at prolonging life and combating aging. The experiment takes an unexpected turn, placing the doctor in a confrontation with the ethics of his work and the consequences of his research.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 17, 1940
85 years ago
Runtime
1h 2m
62 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (35 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Boris Karloff
as Dr. John Garth
Evelyn Keyes
as Martha Garth
Bruce Bennett
as Dr. Paul Ames
Don Beddoe
as Capt. McGraw
Edward Van Sloan
as Dr. Ralph Howard
Ben Taggart
as Warden Thompson
Pedro de Cordoba
as Victor Sondini
Wright Kramer
as George Wharton
Bertram Marburgh
as Stephen Barclay
Robert Fiske
as District Attorney
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Before I Hang about?
Dr. John Garth conducting an innovative medical experiment aimed at prolonging life and combating aging. The experiment takes an unexpected turn, placing the doctor in a confrontation with the ethi...
Who directed Before I Hang?
Before I Hang was directed by Nick Grindé.
How long is Before I Hang?
Before I Hang has a runtime of 1 hours and 2 minutes (62 minutes total).
When was Before I Hang released?
Before I Hang was released on September 17, 1940 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Before I Hang?
The main cast of Before I Hang includes Boris Karloff, Evelyn Keyes, Bruce Bennett, Don Beddoe, Edward Van Sloan.