The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt
The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt

The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt

1939Movie71 minEnglish

Spies force former jewel thief Michael Lanyard to steal defense secrets in Washington.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Peter GodfreyGenres: Mystery, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

Michael Lanyard, the suave detective known as the Lone Wolf, is drawn into a dangerous espionage plot when he is framed for murder. He must clear his name and uncover a spy ring operating within the United States. Along the way, he encounters a beautiful woman who may or may not be involved with the enemy.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising Warren William's performance as the Lone Wolf and the brisk pacing of the mystery. Some found the plot predictable, but generally, it was considered an entertaining entry in the series.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Warren William's charismatic portrayal of the titular character.
  • Generally considered a well-paced and entertaining mystery thriller.
  • Some viewers found the plot elements to be somewhat formulaic for the genre.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available for this classic film.

Fun Fact

The "Lone Wolf" character was originally created by Louis Joseph Vance in a series of novels starting in 1914, and this film is part of a long-running film series that began in 1935.

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The clever leader of a group of spies invites our eponymous character (Warren William) to open a safe in return for $10,000. He declines and leaves the scene - but not before he leaves one of his distinctive cigarettes behind. With the cons...