M (1931) movie poster

M (1931)

M - Eine Stadt sucht einen Mörder
"Who is the murderer?"
ThumbScore
👍 45%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 100% (RT: 100%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaThrillerCrime

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Director
Runtime
1h 50m
Country
Germany
Language
German
TMDB Rating
8.1/10 (2,427 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
100%
Cast
Peter Lorre as Hans Beckert
Ellen Widmann as Frau Beckmann
Inge Landgut as Elsie Beckmann
Otto Wernicke as Inspector Karl Lohmann
Theodor Loos as Inspector Groeber
Gustaf Gründgens as Schränker
Fritz Odemar as The Cheater
Audiences say no. Just 45% of audiences liked it based on 2,427 votes. Critics rated it higher at 100%, but audiences were less impressed.
Overview
In this classic German thriller, Hans Beckert, a serial killer who preys on children, becomes the focus of a massive Berlin police manhunt. Beckert's heinous crimes are so repellant and disruptive to city life that he is even targeted by others in the seedy underworld network. With both cops and criminals in pursuit, the murderer soon realizes that people are on his trail, sending him into a tense, panicked attempt to escape justice. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • The original script for M was written over a decade before production finally began in 1931.
  • Many of the practical effects used in the climax were achieved without any CGI.
  • The incredible score for M was composed in just a few weeks after the original composer dropped out.
Audience Consensus

M is a 1931 drama, thriller, crime film directed by Fritz Lang. In this classic German thriller, Hans Beckert, a serial killer who preys on children, becomes the focus of a massive Berlin police manhunt. Beckert's heinous crimes are so repellant and disruptive to city life that he is even targeted by others in the seedy underworld network.

With both cops and criminals in pursuit, the murderer soon realizes that people are on his trail, sending him into a tense, panicked attempt to escape justice. The film has been rated by 2,427 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, M delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. M (1931) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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