The Walls Came Tumbling Down (1946): cast, story & where to watch

1946 · Film · ★ 5.8

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Released in 1946, The Walls Came Tumbling Down is a crime and mystery film directed by Lothar Mendes, running about 82 minutes. “Listen beautiful. This is no parlor game... you are playing with MURDER!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A PI investigates a priest's murder.

Who’s in it. The Walls Came Tumbling Down stars Lee Bowman as Gilbert Archer, Marguerite Chapman as Patricia Foster, AKA Laura Browning, Edgar Buchanan as George Bradford and George Macready as Matthew Stoker, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Walls Came Tumbling Down 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 The Walls Came Tumbling Down page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Walls Came Tumbling Down tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Walls Came Tumbling Down (1946)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Walls Came Tumbling Down change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Walls Came Tumbling Down worth watching?
The Walls Came Tumbling Down holds an audience score of 5.8 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 The Walls Came Tumbling Down?
The Walls Came Tumbling Down stars Lee Bowman, Marguerite Chapman, Edgar Buchanan, George Macready and Lee Patrick.
When was The Walls Came Tumbling Down released?
The Walls Came Tumbling Down was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.