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The Saint Takes Over (1940)

Movie"Labeled for DEATH!"
Audience Score
63
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NR 1 hr 9 minJun 7th, 1940Crime, MysteryThe Saint (RKO Radio Pictures) Collection PosterPart of The Saint (RKO Radio Pictures) Collection
The Saint Takes Over, released in 1940 by RKO Pictures, was the fifth motion picture featuring the adventures of Simon Templar, a.k.a. "The Saint" the Robin Hood-inspired crimefighter created by Leslie Charteris. This film focuses on the character of Inspector Henry Farnack. When Farnack is framed by a gang he is investigating, it is up to The Saint to clear his name.
StarringGeorge SandersWendy BarrieJonathan Hale
DirectorJack Hively

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:June 7th, 1940
Original Language:English
Executive Producers:Lee S. Marcus
Production Companies:RKO Radio Pictures
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the saint

The Saint (RKO Radio Pictures) Collection

Debonair thief-turned-detective Simon Templar circles the globe to solve cases with charm and cunning in a series of fast-paced films full of clever banter and cleverer twists. Based on stories by bestselling author Leslie Charteris.