The Phantom Express (1932): cast, story & where to watch

1932 · Film · ★ 5

The Phantom Express poster

Released in 1932, The Phantom Express is a drama, mystery and romance film directed by Emory Johnson, running about 70 minutes.

What it’s about. Railroad foes cause terror on the tracks with the illusion of a ghost train.

Who’s in it. The Phantom Express stars William Collier Jr. as Bruce Harrington, Sally Blane as Carolyn Nolan, J. Farrell MacDonald as D.J. 'Smokey' Nolan and Hobart Bosworth as Mr. Harrington, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Phantom Express has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Phantom Express page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Phantom Express (1932)?
In US, The Phantom Express is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Phantom Express worth watching?
The Phantom Express holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Phantom Express?
The Phantom Express stars William Collier Jr., Sally Blane, J. Farrell MacDonald, Hobart Bosworth and Axel Axelson.
When was The Phantom Express released?
The Phantom Express was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.