Seven Keys to Baldpate (1935): cast, story & where to watch

1935 · Film · ★ 6.7

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Released in 1935, Seven Keys to Baldpate is a comedy, thriller, mystery and romance film directed by William Hamilton, running about 80 minutes. “A famous romantic mystery of the screen!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A writer, looking for some peace and quiet in order to finish a novel, takes a room at the Baldpate Inn. However, peace and quiet are the last things he gets, as there are some very strange goings-on at the establishment.

Who’s in it. Seven Keys to Baldpate stars Gene Raymond as William Magee, Margaret Callahan as Mary Norton, Eric Blore as Prof. Harrison Boulton and Grant Mitchell as Thomas Hayden, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Seven Keys to Baldpate 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 Seven Keys to Baldpate page.

If you liked it. Fans of Seven Keys to Baldpate tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Seven Keys to Baldpate (1935)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Seven Keys to Baldpate change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Seven Keys to Baldpate worth watching?
Seven Keys to Baldpate holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Seven Keys to Baldpate?
Seven Keys to Baldpate stars Gene Raymond, Margaret Callahan, Eric Blore, Grant Mitchell and Moroni Olsen.
When was Seven Keys to Baldpate released?
Seven Keys to Baldpate was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.