Just Off Broadway (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1942, Just Off Broadway is an action, drama, crime and mystery film directed by Herbert I. Leeds, running about 65 minutes. “That slick sleuth...Mike Shayne...is at it again” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Private detective Michael Shayne is on the case again, but this time he's stuck on a jury for a murder trial. So, what does he do? Why, he skips out on sequestration in order to solve the case himself!
Who’s in it. Just Off Broadway stars Lloyd Nolan as Michael Shayne, Marjorie Weaver as Judy Taylor, Phil Silvers as Roy Higgins and Janis Carter as Lillian Hubbard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Just Off Broadway has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Just Off Broadway page.
If you liked it. Fans of Just Off Broadway 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 Just Off Broadway (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Just Off Broadway change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Just Off Broadway worth watching?
- Just Off Broadway holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Just Off Broadway?
- Just Off Broadway stars Lloyd Nolan, Marjorie Weaver, Phil Silvers, Janis Carter and Richard Derr.
- When was Just Off Broadway released?
- Just Off Broadway was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.