Joe Smith, American (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1942, Joe Smith, American is a thriller and crime film directed by Richard Thorpe, running about 63 minutes. “Thrilling! It Will Lift You to the Skies!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Joe Smith is an ordinary American family man who works in an aircraft factory. Shortly after being a promoted to a much higher position, Joe is kidnapped by enemy agents who are determined to get military secrets out of him by any means possible. Will Joe keep quiet or betray his country...
Who’s in it. Joe Smith, American stars Robert Young as Joe Smith, Marsha Hunt as Mary Smith, Harvey Stephens as Freddie Dunhill and Darryl Hickman as Johnny Smith, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Joe Smith, American 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 Joe Smith, American page.
If you liked it. Fans of Joe Smith, American tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Joe Smith, American (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Joe Smith, American change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Joe Smith, American worth watching?
- Joe Smith, American holds an audience score of 5.5 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 Joe Smith, American?
- Joe Smith, American stars Robert Young, Marsha Hunt, Harvey Stephens, Darryl Hickman and Jonathan Hale.
- When was Joe Smith, American released?
- Joe Smith, American was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.