The Vice Squad (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1931, The Vice Squad is a drama and crime film directed by John Cromwell, running about 81 minutes. “The dramatic story of a "stool pigeon" who "took the rap" for a girl he himself had "framed"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A diplomat is blackmailed by crooked vice cops into helping them frame prostitutes.
Who’s in it. The Vice Squad stars Paul Lukas as Stephen Lucarno, Kay Francis as Alice Morrison, Judith Wood as Madeleine Hunt and William B. Davidson as Magistrate Tom Morrison, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Vice Squad has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Vice Squad page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Vice Squad tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Vice Squad (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Vice Squad change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Vice Squad worth watching?
- The Vice Squad holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Vice Squad?
- The Vice Squad stars Paul Lukas, Kay Francis, Judith Wood, William B. Davidson and Rockliffe Fellowes.
- When was The Vice Squad released?
- The Vice Squad was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.