They Drive by Night
They Drive by Night
Overview
“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.
Release Date
December 1, 1938
Runtime
84 minutes
Rating
Status
Released
Genres
Cast

Emlyn Williams
Shorty Matthews

Ernest Thesiger
Walter Hoover

Anna Konstam
Molly O'Neill

Allan Jeayes
Wally Mason

Ronald Shiner
Charlie

William Hartnell
Bus Conductor

Vi Kaley
Flower Seller (Uncredited)

George Merritt
Detective (Uncredited)

Bernard Miles
Detective at Billiard Halls (Uncredited)

Frederick Piper
Bartender (Uncredited)

Philip Ray
Lorry Driver Attacking Molly (Uncredited)

Harry Terry
Released Convict (Uncredited)
Content Source
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