Movie

We Who Are About to Die

“The Terrific drama about men who are about to die!”

★ 7.0(5)19371h 21m

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Good to know

Director: Christy Cabanne
Release date: 1937-01-08
Runtime: 1h 21m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: RKO Radio Pictures

About We Who Are About to Die

We Who Are About to Die is a 1937 movie in the Drama and Crime genres, directed by Christy Cabanne, starring Preston Foster, Ann Dvorak and John Beal. It has a runtime of 1 hour 21 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 5 viewers. Below you can see where to watch We Who Are About to Die in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

John Thompson is kidnapped by mobsters after quitting his job. Then he is arrested, tried, and sentenced to death for murders they committed. A suspicious detective thinks he is innocent and works to save his life.

Cast

Preston Foster

Steven Mathews

Ann Dvorak

Connie Stewart

John Beal

John Thompson

Ray Mayer

Bright Boy Schultz

Gordon Jones

Slim Tolliver

Russell Hopton

MacAndrews

J. Carrol Naish

Nick Trotti

Paul Hurst

Tip Fuller

Frank Jenks

Clyde Beasley

John Wray

Jerry Daley

Frank M. Thomas

M.L. Carter

Barnett Parker

John Barkley

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch We Who Are About to Die in South Africa?+

We Who Are About to Die is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is We Who Are About to Die on Netflix?+

We Who Are About to Die is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is We Who Are About to Die?+

We Who Are About to Die has a runtime of 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).

Who stars in We Who Are About to Die?+

We Who Are About to Die stars Preston Foster, Ann Dvorak, John Beal, Ray Mayer and Gordon Jones.

When did We Who Are About to Die come out?+

We Who Are About to Die is a 1937 movie directed by Christy Cabanne.

What genre is We Who Are About to Die?+

We Who Are About to Die is Drama and Crime film.

Who directed We Who Are About to Die?+

We Who Are About to Die was directed by Christy Cabanne.