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A radio host, a stolen statue, and murder? The 1940s really said 'let's get weird.'
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Brass Monkey (1948)

forgotten Brit-noirtalky crimeradio days nostalgia

Overview

Crime

Carroll Levis, a radio variety host, gets involved in murder and theft.

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Content warning
murderradio

Standout Aspects

Acting

Herbert Lom's villainy steals every scene he's in.

Production

Authentic radio studio recreation with live audience chaos.

Best for:Solo: Perfect for lonely nights when you want obscure 1940s energy.·Background: Fold laundry to vintage British accents and mild intrigue.
Thornton Freeland

Director

Thornton Freeland

ReleasedDec 1, 1948
Runtime1h 30m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacesteady
Intensitymedium
Tonemixed
Feellight
Ingram
Diadem Films

Top Cast

Carole Landis

Carole Landis

Kay Sheldon

Herbert Lom

Herbert Lom

Peter Hobart

Avril Angers

Avril Angers

Avril Angers

Ernest Thesiger

Ernest Thesiger

Ryder-Harris

Edward Underdown

Edward Underdown

Max Taylor

Henry Edwards

Henry Edwards

Inspector Miller

Terry-Thomas

Terry-Thomas

Terry-Thomas

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Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

Carroll Levis was a real BBC radio star playing himself—basically 1940s meta-casting.

Cultural

The 'Brass Monkey' of the title refers to a valuable statue, not the drink or the Beastie Boys song.

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