The Second Floor Mystery (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film
Released in 1930, The Second Floor Mystery is a comedy and mystery film directed by Roy Del Ruth, running about 58 minutes. “A NEW KIND OF MYSTERY THRILLER!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In this mystery, a man and woman have been corresponding through a "personal" column under the names Lord Strawberries and Lady Grapefruit. When the man's neighbor is found dead upstairs, he and the lady are the prime suspects of a police inspector, who has his own very good reason for blaming them.
Who’s in it. The Second Floor Mystery stars Grant Withers as Geoffrey West, Loretta Young as Marion Ferguson, H.B. Warner as Inspector Bray and Claire McDowell as Aunt Hattie, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Second Floor Mystery page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Second Floor Mystery tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Second Floor Mystery (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Second Floor Mystery change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Second Floor Mystery?
- The Second Floor Mystery stars Grant Withers, Loretta Young, H.B. Warner, Claire McDowell and Sidney Bracey.
- When was The Second Floor Mystery released?
- The Second Floor Mystery was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.