Tell No Tales (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1939, Tell No Tales is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Leslie Fenton, running about 69 minutes.
What it’s about. A newspaper editor turns a kidnapping into the banner headlines and exclusive story that could save his publication.
Who’s in it. Tell No Tales stars Melvyn Douglas as Michael Cassidy, Louise Platt as Ellen Frazier, Gene Lockhart as Arno and Douglass Dumbrille as Matt Cooper (as Douglas Dumbrille), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Tell No Tales has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tell No Tales page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tell No Tales tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tell No Tales (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tell No Tales change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tell No Tales worth watching?
- Tell No Tales holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tell No Tales?
- Tell No Tales stars Melvyn Douglas, Louise Platt, Gene Lockhart, Douglass Dumbrille and Florence George.
- When was Tell No Tales released?
- Tell No Tales was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.