The Secret Witness (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1931, The Secret Witness is a comedy, drama and mystery film directed by Thornton Freeland, running about 66 minutes. “Best mystery drama you've ever seen!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A wealthy, cheating husband is found murdered in his penthouse apartment. The police soon arrest a suspect, but the victim's downstairs neighbor believes the man is innocent and sets out to prove who really committed the murder.
Who’s in it. The Secret Witness stars Una Merkel as Lois Martin, Purnell Pratt as Capt. McGowan, Zasu Pitts as Bella and Clarence Muse as Jeff - Building Janitor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, The Secret Witness has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Secret Witness page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Secret Witness tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Secret Witness (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Secret Witness change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Secret Witness worth watching?
- The Secret Witness holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Secret Witness?
- The Secret Witness stars Una Merkel, Purnell Pratt, Zasu Pitts, Clarence Muse and Paul Hurst.
- When was The Secret Witness released?
- The Secret Witness was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.