Inquest (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1939, Inquest is a crime and mystery film directed by Roy Boulting, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. A woman is suspected of killing her husband after a revolver is found in her attic. A coroner is determined to prove that she did it, but thanks to the assistance of a quick-witted lawyer she is eventually found innocent.
Who’s in it. Inquest stars Elizabeth Allan as Margaret Hamilton, Herbert Lomas as Thomas Knight, Hay Petrie as Stephen Neale and Barbara Everest as Mrs. Wyatt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Inquest 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 Inquest page.
If you liked it. Fans of Inquest tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Inquest (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Inquest change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Inquest worth watching?
- Inquest holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Inquest?
- Inquest stars Elizabeth Allan, Herbert Lomas, Hay Petrie, Barbara Everest and Olive Sloane.
- When was Inquest released?
- Inquest was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.