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The Case of the Stuttering Bishop 1937

★ 6.87 votes70 min📅 1937-06-08

"This new Perry mason mystery drama will add popularity to this series of exciting adventure stories! Crime points to many! Who is guilty?"

In 1937, Perry Mason faces one of his most perplexing cases when an Australian bishop arrives seeking justice for a woman wrongfully accused of manslaughter decades earlier.

Director: William Clemens

Cast

Donald Woods
Donald Woods
Perry Mason
Ann Dvorak
Ann Dvorak
Della Street
Anne Nagel
Anne Nagel
Janice Alma Brownley
Linda Perry
Linda Perry
Janice Seaton
Craig Reynolds
Craig Reynolds
Gordon Bixler
Gordon Oliver
Gordon Oliver
Philip Brownley
Joseph Crehan
Joseph Crehan
Paul Drake
Helen MacKellar
Helen MacKellar
Stella Kenwood
Edward McWade
Edward McWade
Bishop Mallory
Tom Kennedy
Tom Kennedy
Jim Magooney

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Case of the Stuttering Bishop (1937) about?

A bishop seeks Perry Mason's help to clear a woman convicted of manslaughter 22 years prior, only to be attacked himself. The case spirals into a hunt for an imposter in the Brownley family, with Mason racing to uncover the truth before more lives are lost.

Who directed The Case of the Stuttering Bishop?

William Clemens directed this 1937 Perry Mason mystery, known for his work in early detective films and crime dramas.

Who stars in The Case of the Stuttering Bishop?

The film features Donald Woods as Perry Mason, alongside Ann Dvorak, Anne Nagel, Linda Perry, and Craig Reynolds in pivotal roles.

Is The Case of the Stuttering Bishop (1937) worth watching?

For fans of classic mysteries, this 1930s Perry Mason entry delivers vintage intrigue and suspense, though it may lack modern pacing. Its historical charm and clever plot twists make it a curious watch for genre enthusiasts.

How long is The Case of the Stuttering Bishop?

The Case of the Stuttering Bishop (1937) has a runtime of 70 minutes.

About The Case of the Stuttering Bishop (1937) — Perry Mason's Forgotten 1930s Crime Mystery

In 1937, Perry Mason faces one of his most perplexing cases when an Australian bishop arrives seeking justice for a woman wrongfully accused of manslaughter decades earlier. The trail leads to the wealthy Brownley family and a startling revelation: their supposed granddaughter might be an imposter. Before Mason can unravel the mystery, tragedy strikes—the bishop is attacked, setting off a chain of events that places him in the crosshairs of a deadly conspiracy. As Mason delves deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit, hidden identities, and a crime that implicates more than just the accused.

Directed by William Clemens, this vintage mystery unfolds with suspenseful pacing and old-Hollywood charm, blending crime drama with classic whodunit intrigue. The cast, led by Donald Woods as Perry Mason, delivers sharp performances against a backdrop of 1930s glamour and shadowy betrayals. The Case of the Stuttering Bishop (1937) keeps viewers guessing until the final twist, making it a standout entry in the Perry Mason series.