Blackmailer (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1936, Blackmailer is a mystery film directed by Gordon Wiles, running about 66 minutes. “BAFFLING MYSTERY!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Dinner party guests become murder suspects when an extortionist they all hated turns up dead.
Who’s in it. Blackmailer stars William Gargan as Peter Cornish, Florence Rice as Joan Rankin, H.B. Warner as Michael Rankin and Nana Bryant as Mrs. Lindsay, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Blackmailer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blackmailer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blackmailer tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blackmailer (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blackmailer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Blackmailer worth watching?
- Blackmailer holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Blackmailer?
- Blackmailer stars William Gargan, Florence Rice, H.B. Warner, Nana Bryant and Paul Hurst.
- When was Blackmailer released?
- Blackmailer was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.