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They Drive by Night (1938)

1938-12-01 · 1h 24m · EN
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“Shorty” Matthews having recently been released from prison visits his girlfriend in London only to discover her murdered. Fearing he will be wrongly accused of being the culprit he disappears amongst the long-distance lorry driving community. Meanwhile, the real killer, unassuming ex-schoolteacher Walter Hoover, continues to prey on London women. As Shorty had feared he has become the main suspect. He returns to London with old flame Molly to prove his innocence.

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Arthur B. WoodsRéalisation

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Distribution et équipe complètes →
Emlyn WilliamsEmlyn WilliamsShorty MatthewsErnest ThesigerErnest ThesigerWalter HooverAnna KonstamAnna KonstamMolly O'NeillAllan JeayesAllan JeayesWally MasonAnthony HollesAnthony HollesMurrayRonald ShinerRonald ShinerCharlieWilliam HartnellWilliam HartnellBus ConductorJoe CunninghamJoe CunninghamDetective PryorYolande TerrellYolande TerrellMargeJennie HartleyJennie HartleyLandladyKitty de LeghKitty de LeghMrs. MasonJulie BarrieJulie BarriePauline

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British noir

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Affinité de genreThriller · PolicierStyle visuelBritish NoirRythmeCourtPréférence de réalisation332064Préférence de casting342319 · 233582 · 300383Préférence de paysGb

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Frequently asked questions about They Drive by Night

What is They Drive by Night about?

“Shorty” Matthews having recently been released from prison visits his girlfriend in London only to discover her murdered. Fearing he will be wrongly accused of being the culprit he disappears amongst the long-distance lorry driving community. Meanwhile, the real killer, unassuming ex-schoolteacher Walter Hoover, continues to prey on London women. As Shorty had feared he has become the main suspect. He returns to London with old flame Molly to prove his innocence.

How long is They Drive by Night?

They Drive by Night has a runtime of 84 minutes.