The Florentine Dagger (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 5.5

Released in 1935, The Florentine Dagger is a crime and mystery film directed by Robert Florey, running about 69 minutes. “See how medical science SOLVES Europe's most baffling crime” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A playwright descended from the Borgia family becomes a murder suspect.
Who’s in it. The Florentine Dagger stars Donald Woods as Juan Cesare, Margaret Lindsay as Florence Ballau, C. Aubrey Smith as Gerard Lytton and Henry O'Neill as Victor Ballau, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Florentine Dagger has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Florentine Dagger page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Florentine Dagger tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Florentine Dagger (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Florentine Dagger change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Florentine Dagger worth watching?
- The Florentine Dagger holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Florentine Dagger?
- The Florentine Dagger stars Donald Woods, Margaret Lindsay, C. Aubrey Smith, Henry O'Neill and Robert Barrat.
- When was The Florentine Dagger released?
- The Florentine Dagger was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.
