The Great Swindle (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film
Released in 1941, The Great Swindle is a drama and mystery film directed by Lewis D. Collins, running about 58 minutes. “TRAPPING FIREBUGS..With Evidence To Burn..And Thrills To Spare!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In this mystery, an insurance investigator must find the arsonists behind the burning of a warehouse. The detective does get some good photographs as evidence, but they are stolen from his apartment. He really isn't a great sleuth and winds up accusing everyone but the real culprit of the crime. As a result, he loses his job and must perform the investigation on his own.
Who’s in it. The Great Swindle stars Jack Holt as Jack Regan, Jonathan Hale as Swann, Henry Kolker as Stewart Cordell and Marjorie Reynolds as Margaret Swann, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Swindle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Swindle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Swindle (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Swindle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Great Swindle?
- The Great Swindle stars Jack Holt, Jonathan Hale, Henry Kolker, Marjorie Reynolds and Donald Douglas.
- When was The Great Swindle released?
- The Great Swindle was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.