They're Always Caught (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5.5

Released in 1938, They're Always Caught is a crime film directed by Harold S. Bucquet, running about 22 minutes.
What it’s about. This MGM Crime Does Not Pay series short shows the role the crime laboratory plays in the solving of cases, and how even the smallest detail can become a major clue.
Who’s in it. They're Always Caught stars Stanley Ridges as Dr. John Pritchard, John Eldredge as Jimmy Stark, Louis Jean Heydt as Eddie Diesel and Charles Waldron as Mayor Fletcher, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, They're Always Caught 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 They're Always Caught page.
If you liked it. Fans of They're Always Caught tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch They're Always Caught (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for They're Always Caught change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is They're Always Caught worth watching?
- They're Always Caught holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in They're Always Caught?
- They're Always Caught stars Stanley Ridges, John Eldredge, Louis Jean Heydt, Charles Waldron and May Beatty.
- When was They're Always Caught released?
- They're Always Caught was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 22 minutes.
