The Invisible Avenger (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1958, The Invisible Avenger is an action, thriller and drama film directed by James Wong Howe, running about 70 minutes. “Shuddering thrills... as the Shadow Man strikes!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Lamont Cranston, aka The Shadow, investigates the murder of a New Orleans bandleader.
Who’s in it. The Invisible Avenger stars Richard Derr as Lamont Cranston, Mark Daniels as Jogendra, Helen Westcott as Tara O'Neill and Jack Donner as Billy Sanchez, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Invisible Avenger has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Artiflix and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Invisible Avenger page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Invisible Avenger 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 The Invisible Avenger (1958)?
- In US, The Invisible Avenger is available to stream on Artiflix, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Invisible Avenger worth watching?
- The Invisible Avenger holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Invisible Avenger?
- The Invisible Avenger stars Richard Derr, Mark Daniels, Helen Westcott, Jack Donner and Jeanne Neher.
- When was The Invisible Avenger released?
- The Invisible Avenger was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.