Crime of the Century
In 1932, the nation was shocked when the 14-month-old son of Charles Lindbergh was kidnapped, held for ransom, and murdered. Two years later, Bruno Richard Hauptmann was arrested, convicted, and executed. This film dramatizes the investigation against Hauptmann, the trial, and the execution, painting a picture of a corrupt police force under pressure to finger a killer framing an innocent man by manufacturing evidence, paying-off and blackmailing witnesses, and covering up exculpatory evidence.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1996 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Crime, Drama, TV Movie |
| Director | Mark Rydell |
| Runtime | 114 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.7/10 (11 votes) |
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Crime of the Century has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.7/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.
A classic from 1996. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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🎭 Cast
Stephen Rea
Bruno Richard Hauptmann
Isabella Rossellini
Anna Hauptmann
J.T. Walsh
Col. Norman Schwarzkopf
Michael Moriarty
Governor Harold Hoffman
Allen Garfield
Lt. James Finn
John Harkins
Edward Reilly
Barry Primus
Ellis Parker
David Paymer
David Wilentz
Bert Remsen
Dr. John Condon
Don Harvey
Lt. Gus Kramer
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