Murder on the Blackboard (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1934, Murder on the Blackboard is a comedy, thriller, drama and mystery film directed by George Archainbaud, running about 71 minutes. “They Laughed When Miss Withers Sniffed a Clue; But Kicked Themselves Ever After for Laughing” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. There are plenty of guilty secrets at the school where Hildegarde Withers teaches. When she finds the body of the pretty music teacher, she calls in her old friend Inspector Piper, who promptly arrests the obvious suspect. Clues multiply and everyone looks suspicious as Piper and Miss Withers continue their battle of the sexes.
Who’s in it. Murder on the Blackboard stars Edna May Oliver as Hildegarde Withers, James Gleason as Inspector Oscar Piper, Bruce Cabot as Addison and Gertrude Michael as Jane Davis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Murder on the Blackboard has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Murder on the Blackboard page.
If you liked it. Fans of Murder on the Blackboard tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Murder on the Blackboard (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Murder on the Blackboard change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Murder on the Blackboard worth watching?
- Murder on the Blackboard holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Murder on the Blackboard?
- Murder on the Blackboard stars Edna May Oliver, James Gleason, Bruce Cabot, Gertrude Michael and Regis Toomey.
- When was Murder on the Blackboard released?
- Murder on the Blackboard was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.