Murder in the Private Car (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1934, Murder in the Private Car is a comedy, mystery and romance film directed by Harry Beaumont, running about 63 minutes.
What it’s about. Ruth Raymond works on the telephone switchboard of a large NYC office building. One day, a private detective informs her that she is actually the daughter of railroad tycoon Luke Carson, and that she had been kidnapped as a baby 14 years ago by Luke's vindictive brother Elwood, and placed with strangers.
Who’s in it. Murder in the Private Car stars Charles Ruggles as Godfrey D. Scott, Una Merkel as Georgia Latham, Mary Carlisle as Ruth Raymond and Russell Hardie as John Blake, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Murder in the Private Car 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 Murder in the Private Car page.
If you liked it. Fans of Murder in the Private Car tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Murder in the Private Car (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Murder in the Private Car change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Murder in the Private Car worth watching?
- Murder in the Private Car holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Murder in the Private Car?
- Murder in the Private Car stars Charles Ruggles, Una Merkel, Mary Carlisle, Russell Hardie and Porter Hall.
- When was Murder in the Private Car released?
- Murder in the Private Car was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.