The Westland Case (1937): cast, story & where to watch

1937 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1937, The Westland Case is a crime and mystery film directed by Christy Cabanne, running about 62 minutes. “THE CRIME CLUB IS ON THE SCREEN!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A detective must solve a case where a girl was murdered in a room--and all the doors and windows were locked from the inside.

Who’s in it. The Westland Case stars Preston Foster as Bill Crane - Private Detective, Frank Jenks as Doc Williams, Carol Hughes as Emily Lou Martin and Barbara Pepper as Agatha Hogan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Westland Case 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 Westland Case page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Westland Case tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Westland Case (1937)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Westland Case change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Westland Case worth watching?
The Westland Case 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 Westland Case?
The Westland Case stars Preston Foster, Frank Jenks, Carol Hughes, Barbara Pepper and Astrid Allwyn.
When was The Westland Case released?
The Westland Case was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.