The tougher they are… the harder they fall.
Film Synopsis
A sharp-witted political fixer becomes entangled in a web of murder, corruption, and betrayal while trying to protect his boss’s campaign. His loyalty is tested when he falls for the boss’s fiancée and uncovers dark secrets that could destroy them all. This moody film noir is packed with double-crosses, tough dialogue, and shifting alliances.
The Glass Key Blu-ray & DVD editions
See which disc extras are included across selected editions.
| Disc Extras | Shout! Factory BD-A/US 2019 | Arrow BD-B/UK 2016 | Koch BD-B/DE 2016 | Universal DVD-1/US 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio Commentary by Barry Forshaw | ||||
| Audio Commentary by Steve Mitchell and Alan K. Rode | ||||
| Introduction by Ben Mankiewicz | ||||
| Comings and Goings - Video Essay by Alastair Phillips | ||||
| Interview with Eddie Muller on Dashiell Hammet’s “The Glass Key” | ||||
| Interview with Eddie Muller on Lake and Ladd | ||||
| The Screen Guild Theater: “The Glass Key” - With Actors Alan Ladd, Marjorie Reynolds and Gene Kelly | ||||
| Stills Gallery [Arrow] | ||||
| Stills Gallery [Koch] | ||||
| Stills Gallery [Shout! Factory] | ||||
| Stills Gallery [Universal] | ||||
| TCMDb Article | ||||
| Theatrical Trailer |
Edition and Packaging Notes
- Universal’s DVD is included in the “Dark Crimes: Film Noir Thrillers” box set with Phantom Lady (1944) and The Blue Dahlia (1946). It is also available in the “Film Noir 10-Movie Spotlight Collection” box set with This Gun for Hire (1942), Double Indemnity (1944), Phantom Lady (1944), Black Angel (1946), The Blue Dahlia (1946), The Killers (1946), The Big Clock (1948), Criss Cross (1949) and Touch of Evil (1958).
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