The Saint in New York (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1938, The Saint in New York is a thriller and crime film directed by Ben Holmes, running about 69 minutes. “Meet fiction's modern Robin Hood - brought to thrilling life!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A crime spree in New York forces the police commissioner to turn to Englishman Simon Templar, who fights lawlessness and corruption through unorthodox methods. Templar sets his sights on individual crimes bosses, and after bringing down two vicious leaders through disguise and deception, discovers that there is a mastermind behind all the city's crime.
Who’s in it. The Saint in New York stars Louis Hayward as Simon Templar, Kay Sutton as Fay Edwards, Sig Ruman as Hutch Rellin and Jonathan Hale as Inspector Henry Fernack, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Saint in New York 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 in New York page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Saint in New York tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Saint in New York (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Saint in New York change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Saint in New York worth watching?
- The Saint in New York holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Saint in New York?
- The Saint in New York stars Louis Hayward, Kay Sutton, Sig Ruman, Jonathan Hale and Jack Carson.
- When was The Saint in New York released?
- The Saint in New York was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.