Bruce Gentry (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1949, Bruce Gentry is an action, crime and adventure film directed by Spencer Gordon Bennet, running about 246 minutes. “MYSTERIOUS FLYING DISCS THREATEN WORLD! SPECTACULAR SERIAL EXPOSES AMAZING WEAPON!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Famed aviator Bruce Gentry is working with scientist Andrew Benson, setting out to uncover the origin of a deadly secret weapon---an electronically controlled flying disc which can be directed at moving or stationary targets. The disc was master-minded by an enemy agent known only as "The Recorder" because...he speaks entirely via recordings. Aided by rancher Frank Farrell and his sister Juanita "Nita" Hodges, Gentry consistently foils "The Recorders" schemes, which are carried out by "The Recorder's" henchmen, Krendon, Allen and Chandler, including an attack on the Panama Canal.
Who’s in it. Bruce Gentry stars Tom Neal as Bruce Gentry, Judy Clark as Juanita Farrell, Ralph Hodges as Frank Farrell and Forrest Taylor as Dr. Alexander Benson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Bruce Gentry sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bruce Gentry page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bruce Gentry tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bruce Gentry (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bruce Gentry change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bruce Gentry worth watching?
- Bruce Gentry holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, crime and adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Bruce Gentry?
- Bruce Gentry stars Tom Neal, Judy Clark, Ralph Hodges, Forrest Taylor and Hugh Prosser.
- When was Bruce Gentry released?
- Bruce Gentry was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 246 minutes.