Rogues' Gallery (1944): cast, story & where to watch

1944 · Film · ★ 4.5

Rogues' Gallery poster

Released in 1944, Rogues' Gallery is a thriller and mystery film directed by Albert Herman, running about 60 minutes. “IT'S MURDER...in which even the corpse LAUGHS!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Reporter Patsy Reynolds and photographer Eddie Porter are assigned to interview John Foster, head of the Emmerson Foundation regarding a listening device the organization is working on. Foster evades them and they to the lab to see Professor Reynolds, the real inventor. Soon, they are involved in several shootings, blueprints that change hands several times, a corpse in their car that appears and disappears a few times, the loss of their jobs and several people who either think they are killers or candidates for being killed.

Who’s in it. Rogues' Gallery stars Frank Jenks as Eddie Porter, Robin Raymond as Patsy Clark, H.B. Warner as Professor Reynolds and Ray Walker as Jimmie Foster, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Rogues' Gallery has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rogues' Gallery page.

If you liked it. Fans of Rogues' Gallery tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Rogues' Gallery (1944)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rogues' Gallery change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Rogues' Gallery worth watching?
Rogues' Gallery holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Rogues' Gallery?
Rogues' Gallery stars Frank Jenks, Robin Raymond, H.B. Warner, Ray Walker and Davison Clark.
When was Rogues' Gallery released?
Rogues' Gallery was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.