Movie

The Devil Thumbs a Ride

“He'll kill until he dies!”

★ 6.6(22)19471h 2m

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Good to know

Director: Felix E. Feist
Release date: 1947-02-20
Runtime: 1h 2m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: RKO Radio Pictures

About The Devil Thumbs a Ride

The Devil Thumbs a Ride is a 1947 movie in the Thriller and Crime genres, directed by Felix E. Feist, starring Lawrence Tierney, Ted North and Nan Leslie. It has a runtime of 1 hour 2 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 22 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Devil Thumbs a Ride in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Steve Morgan kills a man in a holdup and hitches a ride to Los Angeles with Fergie. At a gas station, they pick up two women. Encountering a roadblock, Morgan takes over and persuades the party to spend the night at an unoccupied beach house. The police close in as one by one, the others learn that Morgan is a killer.

Cast

Lawrence Tierney

Steve Morgan

Ted North

Jimmy 'Fergie' Ferguson

Nan Leslie

Beulah Zorn, alias Carol Demming

Betty Lawford

Agnes Smith

Andrew Tombes

Joe Brayden, Night Watchman

Harry Shannon

Detective Owens, San Diego Police

Marian Carr

Diane Ferguson

William Gould

Police Capt. Martin, San Diego Police

Josephine Whittell

Diane's mother

Phil Warren

Pete, Roadblock Motorcycle Cop

Robert Malcolm

Deputy Sheriff Grover

Glen Vernon

Jack Kenny, Gas Station Attendant

Themes & keywords

californiagas stationkidnappingfilm noirhitchhikerbeach housekiller on the run

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Devil Thumbs a Ride in Mexico?+

The Devil Thumbs a Ride is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Devil Thumbs a Ride on Netflix?+

The Devil Thumbs a Ride is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Devil Thumbs a Ride?+

The Devil Thumbs a Ride has a runtime of 1 hour 2 minutes (62 minutes).

Who stars in The Devil Thumbs a Ride?+

The Devil Thumbs a Ride stars Lawrence Tierney, Ted North, Nan Leslie, Betty Lawford and Andrew Tombes.

When did The Devil Thumbs a Ride come out?+

The Devil Thumbs a Ride is a 1947 movie directed by Felix E. Feist.

What genre is The Devil Thumbs a Ride?+

The Devil Thumbs a Ride is Thriller and Crime film.

Who directed The Devil Thumbs a Ride?+

The Devil Thumbs a Ride was directed by Felix E. Feist.