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The Man Who Played God (1932)

Movie ★ 7.2 80 min

While giving a private performance for a visiting monarch, concert pianist Montgomery Royle is deafened when a bomb is detonated in an attempt to assassinate the foreign ruler. With his career over as a result of his injury, Royle returns to New York City with his sister Florence, close friend Mildred Miller, and considerably younger fiancée Grace Blair. After abandoning thoughts of suicide, Montgomery discovers he can lip read, and he spends his days observing people in Central Park from his apartment window. As he learns of people's problems, he tries to help them anonymously and becomes absorbed in his game of "playing God".

John G. Adolfi Director

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Quick facts

Released
February 9, 1932
Runtime
80 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0023181
Language
,

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Man Who Played God about?
While giving a private performance for a visiting monarch, concert pianist Montgomery Royle is deafened when a bomb is detonated in an attempt to assassinate the foreign ruler. With his career over as a result of his injury, Royle returns to New York City with his sister Florence, close friend Mildred Miller, and considerably younger fiancée Grace Blair. After abandoning thoughts of suicide, Montgomery discovers he can lip read, and he spends his days observing people in Central Park from his apartment window. As he learns of people's problems, he tries to help them anonymously and becomes absorbed in his game of "playing God".
Who directed The Man Who Played God?
The Man Who Played God was directed by John G. Adolfi.
Who stars in The Man Who Played God?
The Man Who Played God stars George Arliss, Violet Heming, Bette Davis, André Luguet.
When was The Man Who Played God released?
The Man Who Played God is a 1932 romance, drama film.
Where can I watch The Man Who Played God?
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