Alibi (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1929, Alibi is an action, thriller and crime film directed by Roland West, running about 91 minutes. “A hair-curling thriller vibrant with the pulse of the underworld, asparkle with the glamour of the New York night clubs.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Chick Williams, a prohibition gangster, rejoins his mob soon after being released from prison. When a policeman is murdered during a robbery, he falls under suspicion. The gangster took Joan, a policeman's daughter, to the theater, sneaked out during the intermission to commit the crime, then used her to support his alibi. The detective squad employs its most sophisticated and barbaric techniques, including planting an undercover agent in the gang, to bring him to justice.
Who’s in it. Alibi stars Chester Morris as Chick Williams, Harry Stubbs as Buck Bachman, Mae Busch as Daisy Thomas and Eleanor Griffith as Joan Manning Williams, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Alibi 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 Alibi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alibi tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Alibi (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alibi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alibi worth watching?
- Alibi holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Alibi?
- Alibi stars Chester Morris, Harry Stubbs, Mae Busch, Eleanor Griffith and Regis Toomey.