Dick Tracy Returns (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1938, Dick Tracy Returns is an action and crime film directed by William Witney, running about 260 minutes. “G-MEN VS. GUNMEN in an ALL-NEW thrill-packed series of adventures...with DICK TRACY...the greatest G-Man of them all leading the chase” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Dick Tracy battles spies and saboteurs in his efforts to bring to justice the Stark gang, a criminal family led by the vicious Pa Stark.
Who’s in it. Dick Tracy Returns stars Ralph Byrd as Dick Tracy, Lynne Roberts as Gwen Andrews, Charles Middleton as Pa Stark and Jerry Tucker as Junior, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Dick Tracy Returns 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 Dick Tracy Returns page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dick Tracy Returns 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 Dick Tracy Returns (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dick Tracy Returns change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dick Tracy Returns worth watching?
- Dick Tracy Returns holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dick Tracy Returns?
- Dick Tracy Returns stars Ralph Byrd, Lynne Roberts, Charles Middleton, Jerry Tucker and David Sharpe.
- When was Dick Tracy Returns released?
- Dick Tracy Returns was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 260 minutes.