Panic on the Air(1936)
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Panic on the Air Synopsis
A sports announcer and a friend investigate after a pitcher misses a series. When they discover that gangsters are trying to find a hidden fortune, they use the radio show to foil the plan.
Panic on the Air (1936) is a comedy and crime film directed by D. Ross Lederman, released on April 10, 1936 with a runtime of 54m. It stars Lew Ayres, Florence Rice, Benny Baker and Edwin Maxwell. Viewers rate it 5.8 out of 10 across 4 ratings.
- Director:
- D. Ross Lederman
- Writers:
- Theodore S. Tinsley, Harold Shumate
- Cinematographer:
- Benjamin H. Kline
- Production:
- Columbia Pictures
- Status:
- Released
Panic on the Air Cast & Crew
Main cast
Lew Ayres
as Jerry
Florence Rice
as Mary
Benny Baker
as Andy
Edwin Maxwell
as Gordon
Charles Cahill Wilson
as Fitzgerald
Murray Alper
as Danker
Wyrley Birch
as Major Bliss
Robert Emmett Keane
as Cillani
Gene Morgan
as Dugan
- Eddie Lee
Eddie Lee
as McNulty
- Wilson Benge
Wilson Benge
as Bliss' Butler (uncredited)
Harry Depp
as Gordon's Secretary (uncredited)
Key crew
Directed by D. Ross Lederman, written by Theodore S. Tinsley and Harold Shumate.
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Panic on the Air Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.8/10 from 4 ratings.
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Panic on the Air – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Panic on the Air?
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The main cast of Panic on the Air (1936) includes Lew Ayres, Florence Rice, Benny Baker, Edwin Maxwell and Charles Cahill Wilson. The film was directed by D. Ross Lederman. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Panic on the Air released?
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Panic on the Air was released on April 10, 1936 and runs for 54m.
Is Panic on the Air worth watching?
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Panic on the Air (1936) holds an average rating of 5.8 out of 10 from 4 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy and crime films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.