Heroes in Blue (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1939, Heroes in Blue is a drama and crime film directed by William Watson, running about 61 minutes. “Murder after midnight on deserted streets!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Family heartbreak: A dedicated New York City policeman raises two sons, one following in his dad's footsteps as a cop while the other turns to crime and is arrested for murder.
Who’s in it. Heroes in Blue stars Dick Purcell as Terry Murphy, Bernadene Hayes as Daisy, Frank Sheridan as Mike Murphy and Charles Quigley as Joe Murphy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Heroes in Blue has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Heroes in Blue page.
If you liked it. Fans of Heroes in Blue tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Heroes in Blue (1939)?
- In US, Heroes in Blue is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Heroes in Blue worth watching?
- Heroes in Blue holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Heroes in Blue?
- Heroes in Blue stars Dick Purcell, Bernadene Hayes, Frank Sheridan, Charles Quigley and Lillian Elliott.
- When was Heroes in Blue released?
- Heroes in Blue was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.