The Public Defender (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1931, The Public Defender is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by J. Walter Ruben, running about 69 minutes.
What it’s about. A mysterious phantom who calls himself The Reckoner vows to expose the crooked bankers who embezzled their company's funds.
Who’s in it. The Public Defender stars Richard Dix as Pike Winslow, Shirley Grey as Barbara Gerry, Purnell Pratt as John Kirk and Ruth Weston as Rose Harmer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Public Defender 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 Public Defender page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Public Defender tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Public Defender (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Public Defender change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Public Defender worth watching?
- The Public Defender holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Public Defender?
- The Public Defender stars Richard Dix, Shirley Grey, Purnell Pratt, Ruth Weston and Boris Karloff.
- When was The Public Defender released?
- The Public Defender was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.