Patrolling the Ether
Originally released in 1944. Patrolling the Ether is a crime film. directed by Paul Burnford. At just 21 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hazel Brooks, Marc Cramer, and Richard Crane
Synopsis
1940. Sixteen year old Phillip is one of a number of amateur radio operators across the US, doing it purely as a fun hobby. He is informed by Bill Beck of the Radio and Intelligence Division (RID) of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) that amateur international radio communication is now banned due to spying a result of the war in Europe. Beck, on behalf of the RID, asks Phillip, however, to continue to monitor the airwaves for suspicious activity.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 10, 1944
81 years ago
Runtime
0h 21m
21 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Hazel Brooks
as Taxi Driver / German Spy
Marc Cramer
as German Spy in Taxi
Richard Crane
as Phillip
Donald Curtis
as Bill Beck
Connie Gilchrist
as Phillip's Mother
Selmer Jackson
as Chief of Radio Intelligence Division
Lee Phelps
as Bit Role
Emmett Vogan
as Aide to Chief of Radio Intelligence Division
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patrolling the Ether about?
1940. Sixteen year old Phillip is one of a number of amateur radio operators across the US, doing it purely as a fun hobby. He is informed by Bill Beck of the Radio and Intelligence Division (RID) ...
Who directed Patrolling the Ether?
Patrolling the Ether was directed by Paul Burnford.
How long is Patrolling the Ether?
Patrolling the Ether has a runtime of 0 hours and 21 minutes (21 minutes total).
When was Patrolling the Ether released?
Patrolling the Ether was released on April 10, 1944 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Patrolling the Ether?
The main cast of Patrolling the Ether includes Hazel Brooks, Marc Cramer, Richard Crane, Donald Curtis, Connie Gilchrist.