Philo Vance's Secret Mission (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film
Released in 1947, Philo Vance's Secret Mission is a crime and mystery film directed by Reginald Le Borg, running about 58 minutes. “Secret murder... Sinister mission” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Vance is hired to write a true-crime mystery... but when the facts about an unsolved crime are about to be brought out into the open a murder takes place.
Who’s in it. Philo Vance's Secret Mission stars Alan Curtis as Philo Vance, Sheila Ryan as Mona Bannister, Tala Birell as Mrs. Elizabeth Phillips and Frank Jenks as Ernie Clark, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Philo Vance's Secret Mission page.
If you liked it. Fans of Philo Vance's Secret Mission tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Philo Vance's Secret Mission (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Philo Vance's Secret Mission change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Philo Vance's Secret Mission?
- Philo Vance's Secret Mission stars Alan Curtis, Sheila Ryan, Tala Birell, Frank Jenks and James Bell.
- When was Philo Vance's Secret Mission released?
- Philo Vance's Secret Mission was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.