Guilty Hands (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1931, Guilty Hands is a drama and crime film directed by W.S. Van Dyke, running about 69 minutes. “Mystery... chills... an ending that you'll never guess!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A district attorney commits the perfect murder when he kills his daughter's womanizing fiancé and then tries framing the fiancé's lover.
Who’s in it. Guilty Hands stars Lionel Barrymore as Richard Grant, Kay Francis as Marjorie West, Madge Evans as Barbara 'Babs' Grant and William Bakewell as Tommy Osgood, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Guilty Hands has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Guilty Hands page.
If you liked it. Fans of Guilty Hands tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Guilty Hands (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Guilty Hands change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Guilty Hands worth watching?
- Guilty Hands holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Guilty Hands?
- Guilty Hands stars Lionel Barrymore, Kay Francis, Madge Evans, William Bakewell and C. Aubrey Smith.
- When was Guilty Hands released?
- Guilty Hands was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.