Danger on the Air (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1938, Danger on the Air is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Otis Garrett, running about 70 minutes. “A Murder Mystery Chiller-Diller!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This murder mystery is set behind-the-scenes of a radio station. the trouble begins when a hated cad of a sponsor is found murdered during the climax of a live radio show.
Who’s in it. Danger on the Air stars Nan Grey as Christina "Steenie" MacCorkle, Donald Woods as Benjamin Butts, Jed Prouty as Harry Jones and Berton Churchill as Caesar Kluck, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Danger on the Air has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Danger on the Air page.
If you liked it. Fans of Danger on the Air tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Danger on the Air (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Danger on the Air change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Danger on the Air worth watching?
- Danger on the Air holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Danger on the Air?
- Danger on the Air stars Nan Grey, Donald Woods, Jed Prouty, Berton Churchill and William Lundigan.
- When was Danger on the Air released?
- Danger on the Air was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.