The Lady in the Morgue (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1938, The Lady in the Morgue is a crime and mystery film directed by Otis Garrett, running about 67 minutes. “DETECTIVE BILL CRANE AGAIN!...Wise-cracking around for clues...And making them fit...In a thrill-filled mystery drama!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A detective investigates the disappearance of a girl's body from the city morgue.
Who’s in it. The Lady in the Morgue stars Preston Foster as Det. Bill Crane, Patricia Ellis as Mrs. Sam Taylor, Frank Jenks as Doc Williams and Thomas E. Jackson as Police Lieutenant Strom, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Lady in the Morgue 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 The Lady in the Morgue page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lady in the Morgue tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lady in the Morgue (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lady in the Morgue change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lady in the Morgue worth watching?
- The Lady in the Morgue holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lady in the Morgue?
- The Lady in the Morgue stars Preston Foster, Patricia Ellis, Frank Jenks, Thomas E. Jackson and Bill Elliott.
- When was The Lady in the Morgue released?
- The Lady in the Morgue was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.