If you want to remember your wife, send flowers. If you want to dismember her… see Dr. Crippen.
Film Synopsis
Dr. Crippen (1963) centers on Hawley Harvey Crippen as he endures a deeply unhappy marriage to his domineering wife while finding companionship with his young secretary. As his wife’s sudden disappearance leads to a sensational murder investigation while the couple attempts to flee England disguised aboard a transatlantic liner, the case develops into a landmark criminal trial that captures international attention. This British biographical crime drama examines guilt and justice through a dramatization of one of Britain’s most notorious murder cases, as courtroom testimony, conflicting evidence, and personal tragedy shape a haunting portrait of obsession, suspicion, and fate.
Dr. Crippen Blu-ray & DVD editions
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| Disc Extras | Umbrella BD-ALL/AU 2024 | Optimum DVD-2 PAL/UK 2007 |
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| Audio Commentary by Kevin Lyons and Jonathan Rigby | ||
| Interview with Kim Newman on Actor Donald Pleasance | ||
| Stills Gallery | ||
| Murder Maps: “Finding Dr. Crippen” |
Edition and Packaging Notes
- Optimum’s “Horror Classics” DVD contains no extras.
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Collector’s guide
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Interview with Kim Newman on Actor Donald Pleasance (11:09) -
Murder Maps: “Finding Dr. Crippen” (TV Episode, 2015, 44:03)
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| Extras | Audio Commentary by Kevin Lyons and Jonathan Rigby Umbrella BD |
| Interview with Kim Newman on Actor Donald Pleasance Umbrella BD | |
| Stills Gallery Umbrella BD | |
| Murder Maps: “Finding Dr. Crippen” Umbrella BD |