The Glass Key
“The Tougher They Are—The Harder They Fall”
A crooked politician finds himself being accused of murder by a gangster from whom he refused help during a re-election campaign.
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Where is The Glass Key streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV | — |
| Spain | Filmin | — |
About The Glass Key
The Glass Key is a 1942 English-language crime, mystery and thriller film directed by Stuart Heisler. The cast is led by Brian Donlevy, Veronica Lake, Alan Ladd. It has a runtime of 1h 25m. Viewers rate it 6.6/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
The Glass Key was produced by Paramount Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on September 8, 1942, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Stuart Heisler
- Writers
- Jonathan Latimer
- Release date
- September 8, 1942
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Paramount Pictures
The Glass Key cast & crew
The Glass Key was directed by Stuart Heisler and written by Jonathan Latimer.
The cast features Brian Donlevy as Paul Madvig, Veronica Lake as Janet Henry, Alan Ladd as Ed Beaumont, Bonita Granville as Opal 'Snip' Madvig, Richard Denning as Taylor Henry, and Joseph Calleia as Nick Varna.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Victor Young, cinematography is by Theodor Sparkuhl, and it was produced by Buddy G. DeSylva.
Is The Glass Key worth watching?
The Glass Key holds an audience score of 6.6/10 from 131 ratings, a solidly received crime films.
At 1h 25m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy crime, mystery, and thriller, The Glass Key is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Glass Key
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Cast of The Glass Key
Brian Donlevy
Paul Madvig
Veronica Lake
Janet Henry
Alan Ladd
Ed Beaumont
Bonita Granville
Opal 'Snip' Madvig
Richard Denning
Taylor Henry
Joseph Calleia
Nick Varna
William Bendix
Jeff
Frances Gifford
Nurse
Donald MacBride
Farr
Margaret Hayes
Eloise Matthews
Moroni Olsen
Ralph Henry
Eddie Marr
Rusty
The Glass Key — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Glass Key in United States?
The Glass Key is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is The Glass Key in?
The Glass Key is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Glass Key?
The Glass Key runs 1 hours 25 minutes (85 minutes).
▸What is The Glass Key rated?
The Glass Key is rated NR. It holds a 6.6/10 audience score from 131 ratings.
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