The Shadow (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1937, The Shadow is a mystery film directed by Charles C. Coleman, running about 59 minutes.
What it’s about. Mary Gillespie is restoring the Col. Gillespie Circus to its former splendor after her father's death. With the help of her publicist boyfriend Jim, the sell-out crowds are returning to the big top. Egotistical equestrian star Senor Martinet, however, holds $60,000 of notes signed by the Colonel and due in 24 hours. When a mysterious shadowy figure is seen on the circus lot, and Martinet is murdered in the center ring during his performance, there are suspects aplenty, including Vindecco, Martinet's badly abused hunchback assistant.
Who’s in it. The Shadow stars Rita Hayworth as Mary Gillespie, Charles Quigley as Jim Quinn, Marc Lawrence as Kid Crow and Arthur Loft as Sheriff Jackson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Shadow has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Shadow page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shadow tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shadow (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Shadow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Shadow worth watching?
- The Shadow holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Shadow?
- The Shadow stars Rita Hayworth, Charles Quigley, Marc Lawrence, Arthur Loft and Dick Curtis.
- When was The Shadow released?
- The Shadow was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.