Woman Trap (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1929, Woman Trap is a crime film directed by William A. Wellman, running about 82 minutes. “A tense jolting thrilling Paramount all talking picture” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In Woman Trap, Hal Skelly is hard-bitten police sergeant Dan Malone, whose mission in life is to rid his community of gangsters. The revelation that Dan's own brother Ray is the secret head of all local criminal activities does not weaken Dan's resolve in the least. The barely relevant title is a reference to "heroine" Kitty Evans, the wife of a minor gang functionary. Screenwriter Joseph L. Mankiewicz, presumably on a dare, makes a brief appearance as a crime reporter.
Who’s in it. Woman Trap stars Hal Skelly as Dan Malone, Chester Morris as Ray Malone, Evelyn Brent as Kitty Evans and William B. Davidson as Watts, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Woman Trap 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 Woman Trap page.
If you liked it. Fans of Woman Trap tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Woman Trap (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Woman Trap change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Woman Trap worth watching?
- Woman Trap holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Woman Trap?
- Woman Trap stars Hal Skelly, Chester Morris, Evelyn Brent, William B. Davidson and Effie Ellsler.
- When was Woman Trap released?
- Woman Trap was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.