Non-Stop New York
Non-Stop New York

Movie spotlight

Non-Stop New York

1937
Movie
69 min
English

A young woman finds herself as the intended victim of a murder plot on a transatlantic flight from London to New York.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: A. R. MontagueGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Film-Noir

Plot Summary

A tough New York City cop goes undercover to infiltrate a dangerous crime syndicate. As he gets deeper into the underworld, he finds himself facing escalating threats and moral dilemmas. He must navigate a treacherous path, risking his life and career to bring down the powerful criminal organization.

Critical Reception

While "Non-Stop New York" was a popular film in its time, it is now considered a B-movie with limited critical acclaim. It is often overshadowed by the more prominent gangster films of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fast-paced action and Cagney's energetic performance.

  • Noted for its gritty portrayal of urban crime.

  • Considered a solid, if unremarkable, entry in the gangster genre.

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

Fun Fact

The film was shot in just 18 days, a testament to the rapid production pace of many B-movies during the 1930s.

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CinemaSerf

Now, I thought that the Airbus A380 was an impressive airliner but the one used in this 1937 murder mystery makes it look like a Sopwith Camel! It has all the facilities of an ocean liner (though not quite an entire promenade deck to enjoy ...