Dick Tracy
"ACE G-MAN --- WAGING A ONE-MAN WAR ON CRIME!"
Originally released in 1937. Dick Tracy is a crime/action film. directed by Alan James. With a runtime of 4h 50m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Ralph Byrd, Kay Hughes, and Smiley Burnette
Synopsis
Dick Tracy's foe for this serial is the crime boss and Masked Mystery Villain The Spider/The Lame One and his Spider Ring. In the process of various crimes, including using his Flying wing and sound weapon to destroy the Bay Bridge in San Francisco and stealing an experimental "Speed Plane", the Spider captures Dick Tracy's brother, Gordon. The Spider's minion, Dr. Moloch, performs a brain operation on Gordon Tracy to turn him evil, making him secretly part of the Spider Ring and so turning brother against brother.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 20, 1937
88 years ago
Runtime
4h 50m
290 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (10 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Ralph Byrd
as Dick Tracy
Kay Hughes
as Gwen Andrews
Smiley Burnette
as Mike McGurk
Lee Van Atta
as Junior
John Picorri
as Moloch
Carleton Young
as Gordon Tracy, after
Fred Hamilton
as Steve Lockwood
Francis X. Bushman
as Chief Clive Anderson
John Dilson
as Ellery Brewster [Chs. 1, 12]
Richard Beach
as Gordon Tracy, before [Chs. 1, 12]
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Republic Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dick Tracy about?
Dick Tracy's foe for this serial is the crime boss and Masked Mystery Villain The Spider/The Lame One and his Spider Ring. In the process of various crimes, including using his Flying wing and soun...
Who directed Dick Tracy?
Dick Tracy was directed by Alan James.
How long is Dick Tracy?
Dick Tracy has a runtime of 4 hours and 50 minutes (290 minutes total).
When was Dick Tracy released?
Dick Tracy was released on February 20, 1937 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dick Tracy?
The main cast of Dick Tracy includes Ralph Byrd, Kay Hughes, Smiley Burnette, Lee Van Atta, John Picorri.