

Crime of the Century
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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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Stream Crime of the Century online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular crime, drama, and tv movie movie originally produced in German and released in 1996, it's earned a solid 6.8/10 from 12 viewers worldwide.
About 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. Running 114 minutes.
Crime of the Century Cast and Characters
The cast features Stephen Rea (as Bruno Richard Hauptmann), Isabella Rossellini (as Anna Hauptmann), J.T. Walsh (as Col. Norman Schwarzkopf), Michael Moriarty (as Governor Harold Hoffman), and Allen Garfield (as Lt. James Finn). Their performances are a major reason Crime of the Century has built such a passionate audience.
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Crime of the Century flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy German storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Crime of the Century online for free?
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How long is Crime of the Century?
Crime of the Century runs for 114 minutes (about 1.9 hours).
Is Crime of the Century good? What's the rating?
Crime of the Century holds a 6.8/10 rating based on 12 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Crime of the Century?
The main cast includes Stephen Rea, Isabella Rossellini, J.T. Walsh, and Michael Moriarty, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Crime of the Century available in German?
Yes — Crime of the Century was originally produced in German and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Crime of the Century released?
Crime of the Century was released in 1996.
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What is Crime of the Century about?
Crime of the Century is a Crime/Drama film. 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.
When was Crime of the Century released?
Crime of the Century was released on September 14, 1996. It has a runtime of 1h 54m. The film was produced by Astoria Productions Ltd..
Who stars in Crime of the Century?
Crime of the Century stars Stephen Rea, Isabella Rossellini, J.T. Walsh and Michael Moriarty. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Crime of the Century available in HD?
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