About this release
After a spell in prison, Eddie vainly attempts to gain acceptance in normal society. Only his wife seems to trust him. Wrongly accused of a crime, he kills a priest while trying to escape from the police. A manhunt begins... Renowned director Fritz Lang joins the Imprint collection with You Only Live Once, a 30s crime drama starring Sylvia Sidney and Henry Fonda. Special Features 1080p high-definition presentation Audio interview with Fritz Lang recorded at The National Film Theatre (1962) Interview with George M. Wilson You Only Live Once: Film Takes From A Film In The Making Restoration Comparison Original Theatrical Trailer
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Disc 1
BD
You Only Live Once (1937)
86 min
CrimeDramaRomance
Based partially on the story of Bonnie and Clyde, Eddie Taylor is an ex-convict who cannot get a break after being released from prison. When he is framed for murder, Taylor is forced to flee with his wife Joan Graham and baby. While escaping prison after being sentenced to death, Taylor becomes a real murderer, condemning himself and Joan to a life of crime and death on the road.
Credits
Director
Fritz Lang
Writer
Gene Towne
C. Graham Baker
Cast
Sylvia Sidneyas Joan Graham
Henry Fondaas Eddie Taylor
Barton MacLaneas Stephen Whitney
Jean Dixonas Bonnie Graham
William Garganas Father Dolan
Jerome Cowanas Dr. Hill
Charles 'Chic' Saleas Ethan
Margaret Hamiltonas Hester
Warren Hymeras Buggsy
Guinn 'Big Boy' Williamsas Rogers
Cinematographer
Leon Shamroy
Composer
Alfred Newman
Editor
Daniel Mandell
Release Details
- Packaging
- Blu-ray Case
- Editions
- Limited Edition
Images
Catalogue Info
- Added by
- Matthew Simpson
- Date added
- August 8, 2026