Movie

They Came by Night

★ 6.3(3)19401h 12m

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Good to know

Director: Harry Lachman
Release date: 1940-03-07
Runtime: 1h 12m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Twentieth Century Productions

About They Came by Night

They Came by Night is a 1940 movie in the Crime and Drama genres, directed by Harry Lachman, starring Will Fyffe, Phyllis Calvert and Anthony Hulme. It has a runtime of 1 hour 12 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch They Came by Night in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A man is blackmailed into taking his brother's place in a gang for a jewellery heist.

Cast

Will Fyffe

James Fothergill

Phyllis Calvert

Sally

Anthony Hulme

Sergeant Tolly

George Merritt

Inspector Metcalfe

Kathleen Harrison

Mrs. Lightbody

John Glyn-Jones

Llewellyn Jones

Athole Stewart

Lord Netfherly

Cees Laseur

Vollaire

Hal Walters

Hopkins

Kuda Bux

Ali

Leo Britt

George

Sylvie St. Clair

Claire

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch They Came by Night in South Africa?+

They Came by Night is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is They Came by Night on Netflix?+

They Came by Night is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is They Came by Night?+

They Came by Night has a runtime of 1 hour 12 minutes (72 minutes).

Who stars in They Came by Night?+

They Came by Night stars Will Fyffe, Phyllis Calvert, Anthony Hulme, George Merritt and Kathleen Harrison.

When did They Came by Night come out?+

They Came by Night is a 1940 movie directed by Harry Lachman.

What genre is They Came by Night?+

They Came by Night is Crime and Drama film.

Who directed They Came by Night?+

They Came by Night was directed by Harry Lachman.