The Saint Takes Over
"Labeled for DEATH!"
Originally released in 1940. The Saint Takes Over is a crime/mystery film. directed by Jack Hively. At just 69 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring George Sanders, Wendy Barrie, and Jonathan Hale
Synopsis
The Saint Takes Over, released in 1940 by RKO Pictures, was the fifth motion picture featuring the adventures of Simon Templar, a.k.a. "The Saint" the Robin Hood-inspired crimefighter created by Leslie Charteris. This film focuses on the character of Inspector Henry Farnack. When Farnack is framed by a gang he is investigating, it is up to The Saint to clear his name.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 7, 1940
85 years ago
Runtime
1h 9m
69 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (12 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
George Sanders
as Simon Templar
Wendy Barrie
as Ruth Summers
Jonathan Hale
as Inspector Henry Fernack
Paul Guilfoyle
as Clarence 'Pearly' Gates
Morgan Conway
as Sam Reese
Robert Emmett Keane
as Leo Sloan
Cy Kendall
as Max Bremer (as Cyrus W. Kendall)
James Burke
as Patrolman Mike
Robert Middlemass
as Captain Wade
Roland Drew
as Albert 'Rocky' Weldon aka Rocks
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Saint Takes Over about?
The Saint Takes Over, released in 1940 by RKO Pictures, was the fifth motion picture featuring the adventures of Simon Templar, a.k.a. "The Saint" the Robin Hood-inspired crimefighter created by Le...
Who directed The Saint Takes Over?
The Saint Takes Over was directed by Jack Hively.
How long is The Saint Takes Over?
The Saint Takes Over has a runtime of 1 hours and 9 minutes (69 minutes total).
When was The Saint Takes Over released?
The Saint Takes Over was released on June 7, 1940 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Saint Takes Over?
The main cast of The Saint Takes Over includes George Sanders, Wendy Barrie, Jonathan Hale, Paul Guilfoyle, Morgan Conway.