Whistling in the Dark movie poster

Whistling in the Dark

"SURPRISE COMEDY HIT OF THE YEAR ! Don't Miss It !"

August 8, 1941 1h 18m 5.8/10 (14 votes)

Originally released in 1941. Whistling in the Dark is a comedy/mystery film. directed by S. Sylvan Simon. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Red Skelton, Conrad Veidt, and Ann Rutherford

Synopsis

Radio crime show host 'The Fox' along with his fiancée and ex-girlfriend are kidnapped by a larcenous cult who demand that he help them plan a perfect murder.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 8, 1941 84 years ago
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Runtime 1h 18m 78 minutes total
User Rating 5.8/10 Mixed (14 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Whistling in the Dark about?

Radio crime show host 'The Fox' along with his fiancée and ex-girlfriend are kidnapped by a larcenous cult who demand that he help them plan a perfect murder.

Who directed Whistling in the Dark?

Whistling in the Dark was directed by S. Sylvan Simon.

How long is Whistling in the Dark?

Whistling in the Dark has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).

When was Whistling in the Dark released?

Whistling in the Dark was released on August 8, 1941 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Whistling in the Dark?

The main cast of Whistling in the Dark includes Red Skelton, Conrad Veidt, Ann Rutherford, Virginia Grey, Rags Ragland.