The Sky Spider (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film
Released in 1931, The Sky Spider is an action, drama and adventure film directed by Richard Thorpe, running about 69 minutes. “Something New - A Stoy of Gangsters in the Clouds!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The three Morgan brothers, Glenn, Jim and Buddy are all air mail pilots. The plane flown by Jim is shot down by Hugh Jeffries for the money it carries. Another flight is made by Buddy followed by Jeffries intending to shoot him down also...
Who’s in it. The Sky Spider stars Glenn Tryon as Glenn Morgan, Beryl Mercer as Mother Morgan, Blanche Mehaffey as Barbara Hawton and Pat O'Malley as Jim Morgan, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sky Spider page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sky Spider 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 The Sky Spider (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sky Spider change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Sky Spider?
- The Sky Spider stars Glenn Tryon, Beryl Mercer, Blanche Mehaffey, Pat O'Malley and John Trent.
- When was The Sky Spider released?
- The Sky Spider was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.