High Treason (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1929, High Treason is a drama, war and science fiction film directed by Maurice Elvey, running about 95 minutes. “1930s Vision of 1940” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The year is 1940 and tension is growing between the empires of United Europe and the Atlantic States. A bloody border incident puts both sides on high alert.
Who’s in it. High Treason stars Jameson Thomas as Michael Deane, Benita Hume as Evelyn Seymour, Humberston Wright as Dr. Stephen Seymour and Basil Gill as President of the Federated States of Europe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, High Treason 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 High Treason page.
If you liked it. Fans of High Treason tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch High Treason (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for High Treason change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is High Treason worth watching?
- High Treason holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in High Treason?
- High Treason stars Jameson Thomas, Benita Hume, Humberston Wright, Basil Gill and Edith Barker Bennett.
- When was High Treason released?
- High Treason was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.