Movies and TvShows featuring "prefect-of-police" theme.

The Murders in the Rue Morgue follows a retired policeman who is forced out of retirement to investigate a string of brutal murders in Paris. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of deceit and uncovering the true identity of the killer becomes a race against time. With a mix of gothic mystery and slasher horror, this movie keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.

In 'The Murderer Lives at Number 21', a detective investigates a series of murders in a boarding house, where the residents and staff become suspects. The plot thickens as the detective uncovers shocking secrets and must race against time to catch the murderer before more lives are lost. With a mix of comedy and suspense, this French noir film keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.

The Tiger Brigades is a thrilling movie that takes place in France during the Belle Époque. It follows a group of police officers as they investigate an investment scandal and anarchist activities. The plot becomes even more intense when they uncover a Russian connection and face danger at the opera house. Inspired by a true story, this movie combines elements of crime, history, and international cooperation.

Reunion in France is a romantic drama set in France during World War II. A career woman, Michelle de la Becque, falls in love with an American pilot, Pat Talbot, who is shot down and seeks refuge in her home. However, Michelle's fiancé, Robert Cortot, who she thought was dead, returns and accuses her of collaborating with the Germans. Michelle must navigate the dangers of war and prove her loyalty to the French resistance.

In Vienna, a master thief attempts to rob a jewelry store while engaging in a whirlwind romance with a baroness. However, his plans are complicated by the incompetence of his accomplices and the watchful eye of the police prefect. Based on the play of the same name, this pre-code film explores themes of infidelity, forbidden romance, and the allure of wealth and luxury.

When a famous necklace is stolen on an ocean liner, master thief Arsène Lupin returns to solve the crime and clear his name.

A nobleman studying for the priesthood abandons his vocation in 18th Century France when he falls in love with a beautiful, but reluctant, courtesan.

In this sequel to the original story, Monte Cristo count Edmund Dantes (Martin Kosleck) returns to Paris to get revenge but soon finds himself pursued by a cruel policeman (John Loder). The count's brave wife Haydée (Lenore Aubert) throws the cop off her husband's scent by dressing up as the masked avenger herself and proving that she too is most competent with a sword.