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Crime Control (1941) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

1941 · Film · ★ 5.2

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Released in 1941, Crime Control is a comédie film directed by Leslie M. Roush, running about 10 minutes.

What it’s about. A police officer alerts his audience to the fact that inanimate objects can be as dangerous as human criminals. He then displays several offenders that have recently been brought in. Shoelaces, for example, have an objectionable habit of breaking at crucial moments. The officer proceeds to call attention to window shades, bedroom slippers, and other menaces. He also answers his critics who advocate reasoning with these objects rather than punishing them.

Who’s in it. Crime Control stars Robert Benchley as Sgt. Benchley / Joe Doakes and Ruth Lee as Mrs. Doakes (uncredited).

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Crime Control has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Crime Control page.

If you liked it. Fans of Crime Control tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, La vie est belle and Fight Club.

Questions fréquentes

Where can I watch Crime Control (1941)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Crime Control change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Crime Control worth watching?
Crime Control holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comédie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Crime Control?
Crime Control stars Robert Benchley and Ruth Lee.
When was Crime Control released?
Crime Control was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.