The Informer (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1929, The Informer is a drama film directed by Arthur Robison, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. A man betrays his best friend, a member of a terrorist organisation, to the authorities and is then pursued by the other members of the organisation.
Who’s in it. The Informer stars Lya De Putti as Katie Fox, Lars Hanson as Gypo Nolan, Warwick Ward as Dan Gallagher and Carl Harbord as Francis McPhillip, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Informer 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 Informer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Informer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Informer (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Informer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Informer worth watching?
- The Informer holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Informer?
- The Informer stars Lya De Putti, Lars Hanson, Warwick Ward, Carl Harbord and Dennis Wyndham.
- When was The Informer released?
- The Informer was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.