First Offence (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1936, First Offence is a crime film directed by Herbert Mason, running about 66 minutes.
What it’s about. After his father sells his car, an immature playboy steals it back, and gets involved with a gang of professional car thieves. British remake of "Mauvaise graine" (1934).
Who’s in it. First Offence stars John Mills as Johnnie Penrose, Lilli Palmer as Jeanette, Bernard Nedell as The Boss and Michel André as Michel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, First Offence sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch First Offence page.
If you liked it. Fans of First Offence tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch First Offence (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for First Offence change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is First Offence worth watching?
- First Offence holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in First Offence?
- First Offence stars John Mills, Lilli Palmer, Bernard Nedell, Michel André and H.G. Stoker.
- When was First Offence released?
- First Offence was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.