Scouts to the Rescue (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film
Released in 1939, Scouts to the Rescue is an action and adventure film directed by Ray Taylor, running about 231 minutes. “ADVENTURE! THRILL! SUSPENSE! ACTION!..as Eagle Scout Jackie Cooper leads his hardy troop through breath-taking exploits!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Filmed in the Sierra Nevada mountains near Sonora, California, this Universal serial is Universal's 40th sound-era serial. Eagle Scout Bruce Scott, leader of Martinsville Troop Number One, and his pack sets off in search of lost treasure and finds adventure
Who’s in it. Scouts to the Rescue stars Jackie Cooper as Bruce Scott, Vondell Darr as Mary Scanlon, Edwin Stanley as Pat Scanlon and William Ruhl as G- Man Hal Marvin, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Scouts to the Rescue page.
If you liked it. Fans of Scouts to the Rescue 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 Scouts to the Rescue (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Scouts to the Rescue change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Scouts to the Rescue?
- Scouts to the Rescue stars Jackie Cooper, Vondell Darr, Edwin Stanley, William Ruhl and Bill Cody Jr..
- When was Scouts to the Rescue released?
- Scouts to the Rescue was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 231 minutes.