Extortion (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1938, Extortion is a mystery film directed by Lambert Hillyer, running about 61 minutes. “A Mad Maze of Midnight Murder!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In this B potboiler, a college professor finds himself suspected of a murder on his school's campus.
Who’s in it. Extortion stars Scott Kolk as Larry Campbell (as Scott Colton), Mary Russell as Betty Tisdelle, Thurston Hall as Prof. Tisdelle and Arthur Loft as Inspector Nat Corrigan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Extortion has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Extortion page.
If you liked it. Fans of Extortion tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Extortion (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Extortion change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Extortion worth watching?
- Extortion holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Extortion?
- Extortion stars Scott Kolk, Mary Russell, Thurston Hall, Arthur Loft and Gene Morgan.
- When was Extortion released?
- Extortion was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.