24 Hours (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 5.5

Released in 1931, 24 Hours is a drama film directed by Marion Gering, running about 66 minutes. “The Upperworld and the Underworld Clash in a striking Drama” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A nightclub singer is carrying on an affair with a married man. When she is found murdered, her lover is suspected of the crime.
Who’s in it. 24 Hours stars Clive Brook as James Morton Towner, Kay Francis as Fanny Towner, Miriam Hopkins as Rosie Dugan and Regis Toomey as Tony Bruzzi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, 24 Hours 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 24 Hours page.
If you liked it. Fans of 24 Hours tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 24 Hours (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for 24 Hours change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is 24 Hours worth watching?
- 24 Hours holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in 24 Hours?
- 24 Hours stars Clive Brook, Kay Francis, Miriam Hopkins, Regis Toomey and George Barbier.
- When was 24 Hours released?
- 24 Hours was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.
