Dreyfus
"A Page Torn from History!"
Originally released in 1931. Dreyfus is a drama/history film. directed by F. W. Kraemer.
Starring Cedric Hardwicke, Charles Carson, and George Merritt
Synopsis
In 1894, French officer Alfred Dreyfus is wrongly convicted for the treasonous acts of another man, Major Esterhazy. When investigations begin into the dubious evidence used in the trial, an institutional coverup begins, aided by fears of army disgrace and anti-Semitic paranoia against Dreyfus. But a determined group, headed by prominent author Émile Zola, leads a mounting public call to reopen the Dreyfus case.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 18, 1931
94 years ago
Runtime
1h 32m
92 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Cedric Hardwicke
as Captain Alfred Dreyfus
Charles Carson
as Colonel Georges Picquart
George Merritt
as Émile Zola
Sam Livesey
as Fernand Labori
Beatrix Thomson
as Lucie Dreyfus
Garry Marsh
as Major Ferdinand Walsin Esterhazy
Henry Caine
as Colonel Hubert-Joseph Henry
George Skillan
as Major Armand du Paty de Clam
Leonard Shepherd
as Georges Clemenceau
Arthur Hardy
as General Auguste Mercier
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- British International Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dreyfus about?
In 1894, French officer Alfred Dreyfus is wrongly convicted for the treasonous acts of another man, Major Esterhazy. When investigations begin into the dubious evidence used in the trial, an insti...
Who directed Dreyfus?
Dreyfus was directed by F. W. Kraemer.
How long is Dreyfus?
Dreyfus has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was Dreyfus released?
Dreyfus was released on April 18, 1931 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dreyfus?
The main cast of Dreyfus includes Cedric Hardwicke, Charles Carson, George Merritt, Sam Livesey, Beatrix Thomson.