The Star Witness (1931): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1931 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1931, The Star Witness is a drama and krimi film directed by William A. Wellman, running about 68 minutes. “The Greatest Picture of the Year!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A tough District Attorney goes after a murderous crime gang, only to find that his witnesses, an innocent family, have clammed up in fear of reprisals.
Who’s in it. The Star Witness stars Walter Huston as District Attorney Whitlock, Frances Starr as Ma Leeds, Grant Mitchell as Pa Leeds and Ralph Ince as "Maxey" Campo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Star Witness has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Star Witness page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Star Witness tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.
Häufige Fragen
- Where can I watch The Star Witness (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Star Witness change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Star Witness worth watching?
- The Star Witness holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and krimi. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Star Witness?
- The Star Witness stars Walter Huston, Frances Starr, Grant Mitchell, Ralph Ince and Edward Nugent.
- When was The Star Witness released?
- The Star Witness was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.