Father Brown, Detective (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1934, Father Brown, Detective is a crime and mystery film directed by Edward Sedgwick, running about 68 minutes.
What it’s about. After notorious jewel thief Flambeau meets Evelyn Fischer during a raid on a casino, he falls deeply in love with her. Later Flambeau sends notes to both Leopold Fischer, who unknown to him is Evelyn's uncle, and Father Brown, in which he vows he will steal from them the ten diamonds that comprise the "Flying Star." Flambeau intends to give these diamonds to Evelyn. Father Brown, whose gold cross contains some of the Flying Star diamonds, is determined to meet Flambeau before he is arrested, to reform and redeem his soul.
Who’s in it. Father Brown, Detective stars Walter Connolly as Father Brown, Paul Lukas as Flambeau, Gertrude Michael as Evelyn Fischer and Robert Loraine as Inspector Valentine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Father Brown, Detective 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 Father Brown, Detective page.
If you liked it. Fans of Father Brown, Detective tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Father Brown, Detective (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Father Brown, Detective change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Father Brown, Detective worth watching?
- Father Brown, Detective holds an audience score of 6.2 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 Father Brown, Detective?
- Father Brown, Detective stars Walter Connolly, Paul Lukas, Gertrude Michael, Robert Loraine and Halliwell Hobbes.
- When was Father Brown, Detective released?
- Father Brown, Detective was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.