“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.
They Drive by Night (1938) is a crime and thriller film directed by Arthur B. Woods, released on December 1, 1938 with a runtime of 1h 24m. It stars Emlyn Williams, Ernest Thesiger, Anna Konstam and Allan Jeayes. Viewers rate it 6.0 out of 10 across 17 ratings.
Emlyn Williams
as Shorty Matthews
Ernest Thesiger
as Walter Hoover
Anna Konstam
as Molly O'Neill
Allan Jeayes
as Wally Mason
Anthony Holles
as Murray
Ronald Shiner
as Charlie
William Hartnell
as Bus Conductor
Joe Cunningham
as Detective Pryor
Yolande Terrell
as Marge
Jennie Hartley
as Landlady
Kitty de Legh
as Mrs. Mason
Julie Barrie
as Pauline
Directed by Arthur B. Woods, written by James Curtis, Derek N. Twist and Paul Gangelin, produced by Jerome Jackson.
Average viewer score of 6.0/10 from 17 ratings.
Emyln Williams ("Shorty") puts in a strong performance in this solidly produced British crime noir. Released from jail, he sets off to reunite with his girlfriend - only what he finds causes him to flee. Trying to stay one step ahead of the pursuing law, he travels the length of the country by hitching lifts from various truck drivers and in itself, that provides us with some interesting escapades and a few…
Reviewed on June 20, 2022
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The main cast of They Drive by Night (1938) includes Emlyn Williams, Ernest Thesiger, Anna Konstam, Allan Jeayes and Anthony Holles. The film was directed by Arthur B. Woods. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
They Drive by Night was released on December 1, 1938 and runs for 1h 24m.
They Drive by Night (1938) holds an average rating of 6.0 out of 10 from 17 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy crime and thriller films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
