The Man Who Cried Wolf (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1937, The Man Who Cried Wolf is a drama and crime film directed by Lewis R. Foster, running about 68 minutes. “The story that made new crime history in the country's police annals!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An actor plots "the perfect crime" by confessing to murders he didn't commit.
Who’s in it. The Man Who Cried Wolf stars Lewis Stone as Lawrence Fontaine, Barbara Read as Nan, Tom Brown as Tommy Bradley and Marjorie Main as Amelia Bradley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Man Who Cried Wolf 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 Man Who Cried Wolf page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man Who Cried Wolf tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man Who Cried Wolf (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man Who Cried Wolf change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man Who Cried Wolf worth watching?
- The Man Who Cried Wolf holds an audience score of 5.5 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 The Man Who Cried Wolf?
- The Man Who Cried Wolf stars Lewis Stone, Barbara Read, Tom Brown, Marjorie Main and Jameson Thomas.
- When was The Man Who Cried Wolf released?
- The Man Who Cried Wolf was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.