The Preview Murder Mystery (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1936, The Preview Murder Mystery is a thriller and mystery film directed by Robert Florey, running about 60 minutes. “SCREEN STAR MURDERED! All Hollywood Thrown in an Uproar!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The star of "Song of the Toreador" receives threatening messages that he will not survive the preview screening of the film. The studio publicist works with the Director, the Producer and the police, to discover who is behind the threats.
Who’s in it. The Preview Murder Mystery stars Reginald Denny as Johnny Morgan, Frances Drake as Peggy Madison, Gail Patrick as Claire Woodward Smith and George Barbier as Jerome Hewitt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Preview Murder Mystery 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 Preview Murder Mystery page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Preview Murder Mystery tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Preview Murder Mystery (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Preview Murder Mystery change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Preview Murder Mystery worth watching?
- The Preview Murder Mystery holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Preview Murder Mystery?
- The Preview Murder Mystery stars Reginald Denny, Frances Drake, Gail Patrick, George Barbier and Ian Keith.
- When was The Preview Murder Mystery released?
- The Preview Murder Mystery was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.