The Man in the Barn (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1937, The Man in the Barn is a mystery and history film directed by Jacques Tourneur, running about 11 minutes.
What it’s about. After John Wilkes Booth assassinated President Abraham Lincoln, he escaped to Maryland and was discovered hiding in a barn. After he refused to surrender, the barn was set afire and Booth died in the blaze. However, in 1903 a Mr. David E. George, while on his deathbed in Enid, Oklahoma, claimed to be John Wilkes Booth. This MGM An Historical Mystery series short presents evidence of the possibility that Mr. George's claim was true.
Who’s in it. The Man in the Barn stars Carey Wilson as Narrator (voice), Ernie Adams as Rowdy Man Outside Theatre (uncredited), Erville Alderson as Farmer (uncredited) and Virginia Brissac as Farmer's Wife (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Man in the Barn 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 Man in the Barn page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man in the Barn tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man in the Barn (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man in the Barn change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man in the Barn worth watching?
- The Man in the Barn holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Man in the Barn?
- The Man in the Barn stars Carey Wilson, Ernie Adams, Erville Alderson, Virginia Brissac and Philo McCullough.
- When was The Man in the Barn released?
- The Man in the Barn was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 11 minutes.