The Scoundrel
Originally released in 1935. The Scoundrel is a drama film. directed by Ben Hecht. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Noël Coward, Julie Haydon, and Stanley Ridges
Synopsis
A ruthless, cynical, hated publisher is killed in a plane crash, doomed to be a "restless" spirit for being unloved. A heavenly power gives him a month on Earth to find one person to shed a tear for him before his fate is sealed.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 30, 1935
90 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (14 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Noël Coward
as Anthony Mallare
Julie Haydon
as Cora Moore
Stanley Ridges
as Paul Decker
Martha Sleeper
as Julia Vivian
Ernest Cossart
as Jimmy Clay
Alexander Woollcott
as Vanderveer Veyden
Everley Gregg
as Mildred Langwiter
Rosita Moreno
as Carlotta
Eduardo Ciannelli
as Maurice Stern
Richard Bond
as Howard Gillette
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hecht-MacArthur Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Scoundrel about?
A ruthless, cynical, hated publisher is killed in a plane crash, doomed to be a "restless" spirit for being unloved. A heavenly power gives him a month on Earth to find one person to shed a tear fo...
Who directed The Scoundrel?
The Scoundrel was directed by Ben Hecht.
How long is The Scoundrel?
The Scoundrel has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was The Scoundrel released?
The Scoundrel was released on April 30, 1935 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Scoundrel?
The main cast of The Scoundrel includes Noël Coward, Julie Haydon, Stanley Ridges, Martha Sleeper, Ernest Cossart.