Dark Streets of Cairo (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film
Released in 1940, Dark Streets of Cairo is an adventure and mystery film directed by László Kardos, running about 59 minutes. “THE CURSE of THE PHAROAHS! They dared a doom more terrible than DEATH!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A rapid series of murders occurs when a professor disrupts a tranquil Egyptian tomb by removing some precious jewels.
Who’s in it. Dark Streets of Cairo stars Ralph Byrd as Dennis Martin, Sigrid Gurie as Ellen Stephens, George Zucco as Abbadi and Eddie Quillan as Jerry Jones, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dark Streets of Cairo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dark Streets of Cairo tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dark Streets of Cairo (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dark Streets of Cairo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Dark Streets of Cairo?
- Dark Streets of Cairo stars Ralph Byrd, Sigrid Gurie, George Zucco, Eddie Quillan and Yolande Donlan.
- When was Dark Streets of Cairo released?
- Dark Streets of Cairo was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.