Ace Drummond
"Amazing exploits in the sky!"
Originally released in 1936. Ace Drummond is a action/adventure film. directed by Clifford Smith. With a runtime of 4h 15m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring John 'Dusty' King, Jean Rogers, and Noah Beery Jr.
Synopsis
This 13 chapter serial is based on the comic strip character Ace Drummond created by Eddie Rickenbacker. Ace is a 'G-Man of the sky' working out of Washington D.C. He is sent to Mongolia to find out why a mysterious villain known only as 'The Dragon' is trying to prevent the newly formed International Airways from setting up an airport there. Ace meets Peggy Trainor (Jean Rogers) who is searching for her archaeologist father who has disappeared. Together they search for answers to the puzzles.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 18, 1936
89 years ago
Runtime
4h 15m
255 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
John 'Dusty' King
as Ace Drummond
Jean Rogers
as Peggy Trainor
Noah Beery Jr.
as Jerry
Jackie Morrow
as Billy Meredith
Chester Gan
as Kai-Chek
Guy Bates Post
as The Grand Lama
Lon Chaney Jr.
as Henchman Ivan
Selmer Jackson
as William Meredith, Sr.
Robert Warwick
as Winston
James B. Leong
as Henry Kee
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ace Drummond about?
This 13 chapter serial is based on the comic strip character Ace Drummond created by Eddie Rickenbacker. Ace is a 'G-Man of the sky' working out of Washington D.C. He is sent to Mongolia to find ou...
Who directed Ace Drummond?
Ace Drummond was directed by Clifford Smith.
How long is Ace Drummond?
Ace Drummond has a runtime of 4 hours and 15 minutes (255 minutes total).
When was Ace Drummond released?
Ace Drummond was released on October 18, 1936 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Ace Drummond?
The main cast of Ace Drummond includes John 'Dusty' King, Jean Rogers, Noah Beery Jr., Jackie Morrow, Chester Gan.