Crooks in Tails (1937 film)

Crooks in Tails is a 1937 British comedy film directed by Basil Dean and starring René Ray, Richard Hearne, and George Sanders. The film revolves around a series of comical misunderstandings and situations involving a group of criminals attempting a robbery. Richard Hearne, known for his later role as Mr. Pastry, delivers a characteristic performance of slapstick and physical comedy. The plot involves the theft of valuable jewelry and the crooks' attempts to evade capture, with the "tails" likely referring to formal attire, creating a comedic contrast between the criminals and their supposed sophistication. The film is considered a lighthearted example of British cinema from the 1930s.