Dead End Kids vs. Spies, Inc. (1940): cast, story & where to watch

1940 · Film

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Released in 1940, Dead End Kids vs. Spies, Inc. is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by John Rawlins, running about 103 minutes.

What it’s about. The Dead End Kids smash a spy ring in this feature-length version of the Universal serial Junior G-Men. Billy, the leader of the Dead End Kids, learns that his scientist father has been captured by the "Order of the Flaming Torch." This group of fifth columnists plans to use America's biggest brains to destroy the country from within. When the saboteurs outwit the gang's street smarts, the kids have no choice but to ask the FBI for help. The feds send in their own teenage contingent -- The Junior G-Men! Now the two groups must form an uneasy alliance, before the Order of the Flaming Torch can turn the U.S.A. into Amerika, the Evil Empire!

Who’s in it. Dead End Kids vs. Spies, Inc. stars Billy Halop as Billy Barton, Huntz Hall as Gyp, Gabriel Dell as Terry and Bernard Punsly as Lug, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dead End Kids vs. Spies, Inc. page.

If you liked it. Fans of Dead End Kids vs. Spies, Inc. 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.

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Where can I watch Dead End Kids vs. Spies, Inc. (1940)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dead End Kids vs. Spies, Inc. change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Dead End Kids vs. Spies, Inc.?
Dead End Kids vs. Spies, Inc. stars Billy Halop, Huntz Hall, Gabriel Dell, Bernard Punsly and Kenneth Lundy.
When was Dead End Kids vs. Spies, Inc. released?
Dead End Kids vs. Spies, Inc. was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.