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Night Ride (1937): cast, story & where to watch

1937 · Film · ★ 6

Night Ride poster

Released in 1937, Night Ride is a drama film directed by John Paddy Carstairs, running about 70 minutes.

What it’s about. Two truck drivers fired by the crooked trucking firm they worked for start their own company. Their former boss, worried about the competition, tries everything he can to drive them out of business, from sending his pretty daughter to seduce them to having his henchmen sabotage their trucks.

Who’s in it. Night Ride stars Julian Vedey as Tony Spinelli, Wally Patch as Alf Higgins, Jimmy Hanley as Dick Benson and Joan Ponsford as Jean Morley, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Night Ride 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 Night Ride page.

If you liked it. Fans of Night Ride tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Night Ride (1937)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Night Ride change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Night Ride worth watching?
Night Ride holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Night Ride?
Night Ride stars Julian Vedey, Wally Patch, Jimmy Hanley, Joan Ponsford and Frank Petley.
When was Night Ride released?
Night Ride was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.