M
"Who is the murderer?"
Originally released in 1931. M is a drama/thriller film. directed by Fritz Lang.
Starring Peter Lorre, Ellen Widmann, and Inge Landgut
Synopsis
In this classic German thriller, Hans Beckert, a serial killer who preys on children, becomes the focus of a massive Berlin police manhunt. Beckert's heinous crimes are so repellant and disruptive to city life that he is even targeted by others in the seedy underworld network. With both cops and criminals in pursuit, the murderer soon realizes that people are on his trail, sending him into a tense, panicked attempt to escape justice.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 11, 1931
94 years ago
Runtime
1h 49m
109 minutes total
User Rating
8.1/10
Excellent (2,377 votes)
Box Office
$35.3K
Worldwide gross
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Peter Lorre
as Hans Beckert
Ellen Widmann
as Frau Beckmann
Inge Landgut
as Elsie Beckmann
Otto Wernicke
as Inspector Karl Lohmann
Theodor Loos
as Inspector Groeber
Gustaf Gründgens
as Schränker
Friedrich Gnaß
as Franz
Fritz Odemar
as The Cheater
Paul Kemp
as Pickpocket with Six Watches
Theo Lingen
as Bauernfänger
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
- Revenue
- $35,274
Production Companies
- Nero-Film AG
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M about?
In this classic German thriller, Hans Beckert, a serial killer who preys on children, becomes the focus of a massive Berlin police manhunt. Beckert's heinous crimes are so repellant and disruptive ...
Who directed M?
M was directed by Fritz Lang.
How long is M?
M has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).
When was M released?
M was released on May 11, 1931 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in M?
The main cast of M includes Peter Lorre, Ellen Widmann, Inge Landgut, Otto Wernicke, Theodor Loos.
Is M worth watching?
M has a user rating of 8.1/10 based on 2,377 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.