The Man Behind the Mask (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1936, The Man Behind the Mask is a notable film directed by Michael Powell, running about 79 minutes.
What it’s about. A young couple attend a masked ball before their planned (but secret) elopement. Suddenly everything goes wrong when the young woman is attacked and held hostage by a crazed attacker.
Who’s in it. The Man Behind the Mask stars Hugh Williams as Nick Barclay, Jane Baxter as Lady June Slade, Ronald Ward as Jimmy Slade and Maurice Schwartz as The Master, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Man Behind the Mask has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man Behind the Mask page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man Behind the Mask (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man Behind the Mask change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man Behind the Mask worth watching?
- The Man Behind the Mask holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Man Behind the Mask?
- The Man Behind the Mask stars Hugh Williams, Jane Baxter, Ronald Ward, Maurice Schwartz and George Merritt.
- When was The Man Behind the Mask released?
- The Man Behind the Mask was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.