The Return of Bulldog Drummond

About The Return of Bulldog Drummond

"The Return of Bulldog Drummond" is a 1934 British mystery thriller, directed by Walter Summers. The film showcases the adventures of ex-British Army Captain Hugh "Bulldog" Drummond who turns detective after retiring from the Army. The plot revolves around Drummond thwarting an attempted theft and assassination led by his nemesis Carl Peterson. Intrigue, suspense, and classic good-versus-evil dynamics drive the storyline forward.

Making / Production

"The Return of Bulldog Drummond" was produced under the British International Pictures banner. It marked the return of Sapper's detective character Bulldog Drummond after the successes of earlier films in the series. Walter Summers helmed the direction, maintaining a thrilling and suspenseful tone throughout the film.

Actors

• Ralph Richardson as 'Bulldog Drummond' - The stirring portrayal by Richardson gives justice to the adventurous and bold character of Drummond. He turns in a subtly witty and charismatic performance.

• Ann Todd as 'Phyllis Drummond' - She convincingly portrays Drummond's wife, providing a delightful contrast to her husband's adventurous nature with her composed demeanor.

• Francis L. Sullivan as 'Carl Peterson' - Sullivan offers an effective portrayal of the menacing antagonist Carl Peterson, matching Drummond's charisma with his own air of menace and intrigue.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film is an adaptation of H. C. McNeile's novel 'The Black Gang'.
• This was one of the initial roles of Ralph Richardson, a celebrated British actor who embarked on an illustrious career in the film industry after this film.

Quotes

• "I'm restless. There's something in the air tonight. Something brewing."
• "One man's criminal is another man's hero, Drummond."

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's soundtrack, while not released separately, is lauded for its perfect accompaniment to the film's thrilling mood. Thematic background scores amplified the suspense at key moments in the film.