Alias the Deacon (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film
Released in 1940, Alias the Deacon is a comedy and adventure film directed by Christy Cabanne, running about 74 minutes. “IT'S A THREE RING RUCKUS!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A hillbilly deacon, who is actually a cardsharp in disguise, becomes involved in a small-town fight game.
Who’s in it. Alias the Deacon stars Bob Burns as Deke Caswell, Mischa Auer as Andre, Peggy Moran as Phyllis and Dennis O'Keefe as Johnny Sloan, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Alias the Deacon page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alias the Deacon tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Alias the Deacon (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alias the Deacon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Alias the Deacon?
- Alias the Deacon stars Bob Burns, Mischa Auer, Peggy Moran, Dennis O'Keefe and Edward Brophy.
- When was Alias the Deacon released?
- Alias the Deacon was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.