The Saint's Double Trouble
The Saint's Double Trouble

The Saint's Double Trouble

1940
Movie
68 min
English

Reformed jewel thief Simon Templar lands in hot water when a look-alike smuggles stolen goods out of Egypt.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: George KingGenres: Mystery, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

Simon Templar, alias The Saint, travels to England to investigate a series of jewel thefts. He discovers that the mastermind behind the crimes is impersonating him, leading to a dangerous game of cat and mouse. Templar must clear his name and unmask the imposter before the real criminals escape.

Critical Reception

While part of a popular series, 'The Saint's Double Trouble' received a mixed to positive reception, often praised for its engaging plot and Louis Hayward's performance as The Saint. Some critics noted it as a solid entry in the franchise, though not necessarily the strongest.

What Reviewers Say

  • Engaging mystery with a well-paced plot.
  • Louis Hayward effectively embodies The Saint's persona.
  • A solid, if not groundbreaking, installment in the series.

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Fun Fact

This film is the first in the RKO Pictures 'Saint' series to feature a different actor in the lead role, with Louis Hayward taking over from George Sanders.

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