A Night for Crime (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1943, A Night for Crime is a comedy, thriller, crime and mystery film directed by Alexis Thurn-Taxis, running about 72 minutes. “A COZY MURDER! A MAD ROMANCE! IT'S GAY and GHOULISH !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A dark night in war time, with several black-outs, it's just a night for murder. Susan Cooper, a fast-talking girl reporter, doubles as amateur sleuth solving yet another mystery among Hollywood's famous.
Who’s in it. A Night for Crime stars Glenda Farrell as Susan Cooper, Lyle Talbot as Joe Powell, Ralph Sanford as Det. Hoffman and Forrest Taylor as Police Chief Williams, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, A Night for Crime has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Night for Crime page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Night for Crime tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Night for Crime (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Night for Crime change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Night for Crime worth watching?
- A Night for Crime holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Night for Crime?
- A Night for Crime stars Glenda Farrell, Lyle Talbot, Ralph Sanford, Forrest Taylor and Donald Kirke.
- When was A Night for Crime released?
- A Night for Crime was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.