The Saint Takes Over (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1940, The Saint Takes Over is a crime and mystery film directed by Jack Hively, running about 69 minutes. “Labeled for DEATH!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Saint Takes Over, released in 1940 by RKO Pictures, was the fifth motion picture featuring the adventures of Simon Templar, a.k.a. "The Saint" the Robin Hood-inspired crimefighter created by Leslie Charteris. This film focuses on the character of Inspector Henry Farnack. When Farnack is framed by a gang he is investigating, it is up to The Saint to clear his name.
Who’s in it. The Saint Takes Over stars George Sanders as Simon Templar, Wendy Barrie as Ruth Summers, Jonathan Hale as Inspector Henry Fernack and Paul Guilfoyle as Clarence 'Pearly' Gates, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Saint Takes Over has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Saint Takes Over page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Saint Takes Over tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Saint Takes Over (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Saint Takes Over change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Saint Takes Over worth watching?
- The Saint Takes Over holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Saint Takes Over?
- The Saint Takes Over stars George Sanders, Wendy Barrie, Jonathan Hale, Paul Guilfoyle and Morgan Conway.
- When was The Saint Takes Over released?
- The Saint Takes Over was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.