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Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1931)

"Put yourself in her place! The dreaded night when her lover became a madman!"

7.219311h 36mEN
HorrorScience FictionDrama

Directed by Rouben Mamoulian

Rating

7.2/10

Runtime

1h 36m

Language

EN

Release

December 24, 1931

Director

Rouben Mamoulian

Overview

Dr. Henry Jekyll believes that there are two distinct sides to men - a good and an evil side. He believes that by separating the two, man can become liberated. He succeeds in his experiments with chemicals to accomplish this and transforms into Hyde to commit horrendous crimes. When he discontinues ...

Cast

Fredric March

Fredric March

Dr. Henry Jekyll / Mr. Edward Hyde

Miriam Hopkins

Miriam Hopkins

Ivy Pearson

Rose Hobart

Rose Hobart

Muriel Carew

Holmes Herbert

Holmes Herbert

Dr. John Lanyon

Halliwell Hobbes

Halliwell Hobbes

Brig. Gen. Sir Danvers Carew

Edgar Norton

Edgar Norton

Poole

Tempe Pigott

Tempe Pigott

Mrs. Hawkins

Leonard Carey

Leonard Carey

Briggs, Lanyon's Butler (uncredited)

Sam Harris

Sam Harris

Party Guest (uncredited)

Boyd Irwin

Boyd Irwin

Police Inspector (uncredited)

Arnold Lucy

Arnold Lucy

Utterson (uncredited)

Murdock MacQuarrie

Murdock MacQuarrie

Dissenting Doctor at Lecture (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1931), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Dr. Henry Jekyll believes that there are two distinct sides to men - a good and an evil side. He believes that by separating the two, man can become liberated. He succeeds in his experiments with chemicals to accomplish this and transforms into Hyde to commit horrendous crimes. When he discontinues use of the drug, it is already too late.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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