The Saint in London (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1939, The Saint in London is a mystery film directed by John Paddy Carstairs, running about 72 minutes. “He's at it again! Fiction's fighting man of mystery! Chasing down the most dramatic crime in London legend! Shock-charged drama--with a peppery bit of love on the side! You'll laugh--shiver--” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Suave soldier of fortune Simon Templer gets mixed up with a gang of counterfeiters who've murdered and robbed an European count of 1,000,000 pounds. He is aided reluctantly by Scotland Yard inspector Teal, who's convinced that Templar himself pulled off the heist, and less reluctantly by light-fingered Dugan and dizzy socialite Penny Parker.
Who’s in it. The Saint in London stars George Sanders as Simon Templar, Sally Gray as Penny Parker, David Burns as Dugan and Gordon McLeod as Inspector Claud Teal, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Saint in London has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Saint in London page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Saint in London tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Saint in London (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Saint in London change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Saint in London worth watching?
- The Saint in London holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Saint in London?
- The Saint in London stars George Sanders, Sally Gray, David Burns, Gordon McLeod and Athene Seyler.
- When was The Saint in London released?
- The Saint in London was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.