The present invention relates to a new crystal form of trans-4-phenyl-5-o-chlorobenzylpyrrolidone-2, and a pharmaceutical composition containing the crystal form, a preparation method and an application. Compared with the prototype compound, this crystal form has a significantly enhanced effect on improving memory acquisition impairment caused by transient cerebral ischemia-reperfusion, and can be used to prepare calcium antagonists, anti-Alzheimer's disease, anti-depression, enhance learning and memory, etc. drug. The crystal form of fencrotone provided by the invention has simple preparation method, easy control of crystallization process, high crystallinity, good reproducibility of crystal form, good stability, and is suitable for preparation process application and long-term storage.