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M

M

Who is the murderer?

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: M - Eine Stadt sucht einen Mörder
  • Genres: Drama, Thriller, Crime
  • Release Date: 1931-05-11
  • Runtime: 109 minutes
  • Rating: 8.1/10 (2360 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $35,274
  • Production Companies: Nero-Film AG
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.3234
  • Languages: German

Cast & Crew

Peter Lorre

Peter Lorre

as Hans Beckert

Ellen Widmann

Ellen Widmann

as Frau Beckmann

Inge Landgut

Inge Landgut

as Elsie Beckmann

Otto Wernicke

Otto Wernicke

as Inspector Karl Lohmann

Theodor Loos

Theodor Loos

as Inspector Groeber

Gustaf Gründgens

Gustaf Gründgens

as Schränker

Friedrich Gnaß

Friedrich Gnaß

as Franz

Fritz Odemar

Fritz Odemar

as The Cheater

Paul Kemp

Paul Kemp

as Pickpocket with Six Watches

Theo Lingen

Theo Lingen

as Bauernfänger

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

M (1931) Original Trailer [FHD]

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Trailer

External Links

Keywords

berlin, germanygermanypsychopathdetective inspectorchild murderinvestigationorganized crimeserial killerblack and whitecriminalpre-codepsychoexpressionismgerman expressionismcrime

Frequently Asked Questions

What is M?

M is a Drama, Thriller, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 1931-05-11.

Who are the main actors in M?

The main cast includes Peter Lorre, Ellen Widmann, Inge Landgut, Otto Wernicke, Theodor Loos, .

Where can I watch M online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if M is available.

Is M based on a true story?

Who is the murderer?

What is the IMDb rating of M?

M has an IMDb rating of 8.1/10 based on 2360 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of M?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $35,274 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for M?

The soundtrack was composed by Nero-Film AG. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was M filmed?

M was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is M?

The total runtime of M is 109 minutes.

Is M suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to M?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to M.

Does M have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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