The Devil-Doll
"Greater Than "The Unholy Three""
Originally released in 1936. The Devil-Doll is a horror/science fiction film. directed by Tod Browning. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lionel Barrymore, Maureen O'Sullivan, and Frank Lawton
Synopsis
Wrongfully convicted of a robbery and murder, Paul Lavond breaks out of prison with a genius scientist who has devised a way to shrink humans. When the scientist dies during the escape, Lavond heads for his lab, using the shrinking technology to get even with those who framed him and vindicate himself in both the public eye and the eyes of his daughter, Lorraine. When an accident leaves a crazed assistant dead, however, Lavond must again make an escape.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 10, 1936
89 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (119 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Devil-Doll about?
Wrongfully convicted of a robbery and murder, Paul Lavond breaks out of prison with a genius scientist who has devised a way to shrink humans. When the scientist dies during the escape, Lavond head...
Who directed The Devil-Doll?
The Devil-Doll was directed by Tod Browning.
How long is The Devil-Doll?
The Devil-Doll has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was The Devil-Doll released?
The Devil-Doll was released on July 10, 1936 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Devil-Doll?
The main cast of The Devil-Doll includes Lionel Barrymore, Maureen O'Sullivan, Frank Lawton, Rafaela Ottiano, Robert Greig.
Is The Devil-Doll worth watching?
The Devil-Doll has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 119 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.