The Shadow of the Eagle (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1932, The Shadow of the Eagle is an action film directed by Ford Beebe, running about 218 minutes. “A Crashing Adventure Serial!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Eagle uses sky writing to make threats against a corporation. Nathan Gregory owns a travelling fairground and is thought to be the Eagle. Craig McCoy is a pilot who goes looking for the Eagle when Gregory turns up missing.
Who’s in it. The Shadow of the Eagle stars John Wayne as Craig McCoy, Dorothy Gulliver as Jean Gregory, Walter Miller as Danby and Kenneth Harlan as Ward, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Shadow of the Eagle has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Shadow of the Eagle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shadow of the Eagle tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shadow of the Eagle (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Shadow of the Eagle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Shadow of the Eagle worth watching?
- The Shadow of the Eagle holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Shadow of the Eagle?
- The Shadow of the Eagle stars John Wayne, Dorothy Gulliver, Walter Miller, Kenneth Harlan and Richard Tucker.
- When was The Shadow of the Eagle released?
- The Shadow of the Eagle was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 218 minutes.