The Last Warning (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1928, The Last Warning is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Paul Leni, running about 89 minutes. “Who killed John Woodford?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A producer decides to reopen a theater, that had been closed five years previously when one of the actors was murdered during a performance, by staging a production of the same play with the remaining members of the original cast.
Who’s in it. The Last Warning stars Laura La Plante as Doris Terry, Montagu Love as Arthur McHugh, Roy D'Arcy as Harvey Carleton and Margaret Livingston as Evalynda Hendon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Last Warning 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 Last Warning page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Last Warning tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Last Warning (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Last Warning change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Last Warning worth watching?
- The Last Warning holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Last Warning?
- The Last Warning stars Laura La Plante, Montagu Love, Roy D'Arcy, Margaret Livingston and John Boles.
- When was The Last Warning released?
- The Last Warning was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.