The House of the Arrow

The House of the Arrow (1930) is a mystery, crime film directed by Leslie S. Hiscott rated 9.0/10.

In Dijon, Inspector Hanaud investigates Betty Harlowe after her uncle, Boris Waberski, accuses her of poisoning her wealthy aunt for an inheritance. While an initial autopsy finds nothing, Hanaud discovers the use of Strophanthus Hispidus—a rare, undetectable poison applied via an antique arrow. Amidst a flurry of "poison pen" letters and deception, Hanaud proves the murder occurred despite the lack of conventional medical evidence.

Cast

Benita Hume

Betty Harlow

Richard Cooper

Jim Frobisher

Dennis Neilson-Terry

Inspector Hanaud

Stella Freeman

Ann Upcott

Wilfred Fletcher

Wabersky

Tony De Lungo

Maurice Thevene

Barbara Gott

Mrs. Harlow

Betty de Malero

Francine