The Menace (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film · ★ 1
Released in 1932, The Menace is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Roy William Neill, running about 64 minutes.
What it’s about. A man framed for murder escapes from prison in order to prove his innocence.
Who’s in it. The Menace stars H.B. Warner as Inspector Tracy, Walter Byron as Ronald Quayle, Bette Davis as Peggy Lowell and Natalie Moorhead as Caroline Quayle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, The Menace 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 Menace page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Menace tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Menace (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Menace change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Menace worth watching?
- The Menace holds an audience score of 1.0 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 Menace?
- The Menace stars H.B. Warner, Walter Byron, Bette Davis, Natalie Moorhead and William B. Davidson.
- When was The Menace released?
- The Menace was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.