M(1931)
“Who is the murderer?”
Overview
In this classic German thriller, Hans Beckert, a serial killer who preys on children, becomes the focus of a massive Berlin police manhunt. Beckert's heinous crimes are so repellant and disruptive to city life that he is even targeted by others in the seedy underworld network. With both cops and criminals in pursuit, the murderer soon realizes that people are on his trail, sending him into a tense, panicked attempt to escape justice.
Director
Fritz Lang
Studio
Nero-Film AG
Revenue
$35K
Cast
Peter Lorre
as Hans Beckert
Ellen Widmann
as Frau Beckmann
Inge Landgut
as Elsie Beckmann
Otto Wernicke
as Inspector Karl Lohmann
Theodor Loos
as Inspector Groeber
Gustaf Gründgens
as Schränker
Friedrich Gnaß
as Franz
Fritz Odemar
as The Cheater
Paul Kemp
as Pickpocket with Six Watches
Theo Lingen
as Bauernfänger
Rudolf Blümner
as Becker's 'Attorney'
Georg John
as Blind Panhandler
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1931
Runtime
1h 50m
Language
German
Rating
8.1 / 10
Box Office
$35K
Production Companies
Nero-Film AG
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch M?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for M (1931).
What is M about?▼
In this classic German thriller, Hans Beckert, a serial killer who preys on children, becomes the focus of a massive Berlin police manhunt. Beckert's heinous crimes are so repellant and disruptive to city life that he is even targeted by others in the seedy underworld network. With both cops and criminals in pursuit, the murderer soon realizes that people are on his trail, sending him into a tense, panicked attempt to escape justice.
Who directed M?▼
M was directed by Fritz Lang and released in 1931. It is a drama, thriller, crime film.
How long is M?▼
M has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
Who stars in M?▼
The cast of M includes Peter Lorre as Hans Beckert, Ellen Widmann as Frau Beckmann, Inge Landgut as Elsie Beckmann, Otto Wernicke as Inspector Karl Lohmann, Theodor Loos as Inspector Groeber and more.
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