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The Devil Thumbs a Ride

He'll kill until he dies!

ThrillerCrime
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1947-02-20
1h 2m
English
Released
RKO Radio Pictures

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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.

#california#gas station#kidnapping#film noir#hitchhiker#beach house#killer on the run

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About The Devil Thumbs a Ride

He'll kill until he dies!

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. Running 62 minutes.

The Devil Thumbs a Ride Cast and Characters

The cast features Lawrence Tierney (as Steve Morgan), Ted North (as Jimmy 'Fergie' Ferguson), Nan Leslie (as Beulah Zorn, alias Carol Demming), Betty Lawford (as Agnes Smith), and Andrew Tombes (as Joe Brayden, Night Watchman). Their performances are a major reason The Devil Thumbs a Ride has built such a passionate audience.

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The Devil Thumbs a Ride flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is The Devil Thumbs a Ride?

The Devil Thumbs a Ride runs for 62 minutes (about 1 hour).

Is The Devil Thumbs a Ride good? What's the rating?

The Devil Thumbs a Ride holds a 6.6/10 rating based on 22 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.

Who is in the cast of The Devil Thumbs a Ride?

The main cast includes Lawrence Tierney, Ted North, Nan Leslie, and Betty Lawford, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Devil Thumbs a Ride available in English?

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When was The Devil Thumbs a Ride released?

The Devil Thumbs a Ride was released in 1947.

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What is The Devil Thumbs a Ride about?

The Devil Thumbs a Ride is a Thriller/Crime English-language film. 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.

When was The Devil Thumbs a Ride released?

The Devil Thumbs a Ride was released on February 20, 1947. It has a runtime of 1h 2m. The film was produced by RKO Radio Pictures.

Who stars in The Devil Thumbs a Ride?

The Devil Thumbs a Ride stars Lawrence Tierney, Ted North, Nan Leslie and Betty Lawford. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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