The Kidnappers Foil (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 3.9
Released in 1930, The Kidnappers Foil is a crime, family and music film directed by Melton Barker, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. The Kidnappers Foil was an American short film. It was made by Melton Barker numerous times between the 1930s to 1970s. Each iteration featured small-town children as actors (a different small-town in each iteration), the parents of whom paid Barker a fee in exchange for appearing in the film. The plot of the film centered on a well-to-do girl being kidnapped, and then escaping, a pair of hoodlums.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.9/10, The Kidnappers Foil has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Kidnappers Foil page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Kidnappers Foil tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Kidnappers Foil (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Kidnappers Foil change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Kidnappers Foil worth watching?
- The Kidnappers Foil holds an audience score of 3.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime, family and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Kidnappers Foil released?
- The Kidnappers Foil was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.