The Face Behind the Mask (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1941, The Face Behind the Mask is a drama, crime and horror film directed by Robert Florey, running about 69 minutes. “What fiendish fury turns man into monster?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In this low-budget thriller, Peter Lorre plays Janos Szabo, an immigrant from Hungary who is a skilled craftsman. After he's caught in a fire, his face is horribly scarred; his terrifying appearance makes it impossible for him to get a job. With nowhere else to turn, Janos begins working for the criminal underworld. Janos begins having second thoughts about his life of crime when he falls in love.
Who’s in it. The Face Behind the Mask stars Peter Lorre as Janos 'Johnny' Szabo, Evelyn Keyes as Helen Williams, Don Beddoe as Lt. James 'Jim' O'Hara and George E. Stone as Dinky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Face Behind the Mask 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 Face Behind the Mask page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Face Behind the Mask tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Face Behind the Mask (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Face Behind the Mask change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Face Behind the Mask worth watching?
- The Face Behind the Mask holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Face Behind the Mask?
- The Face Behind the Mask stars Peter Lorre, Evelyn Keyes, Don Beddoe, George E. Stone and John Tyrrell.