Tell No Tales
“Thrills shower the screen as this strangest of adventure mysteries is told!”
Synopsis
A newspaper editor turns a kidnapping into the banner headlines and exclusive story that could save his publication.
Top Cast
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Melvyn Douglas
Michael Cassidy
Louise Platt
Ellen Frazier
Gene Lockhart
Arno
Douglass Dumbrille
Matt Cooper
Florence George
Lorna Travers
Halliwell Hobbes
Dr. Lovelake
Zeffie Tilbury
Miss Mary
Harlan Briggs
Davie Bryant
Sara Haden
Miss Brendon
Hobart Cavanaugh
Charlie Daggett
Oscar O'Shea
Sam O'Neil
Theresa Harris
Ruby
Jean Fenwick
Mrs. Lovelake
Esther Dale
Mrs. Haskins
Joseph Crehan
Chalmers
Tom Collins
Phil Arno
Clayton Moore
Wilson
Ernie Alexander
Johnny - Reporter (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 12, 1939
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Leslie Fenton
- Screenplay & Story
- Lionel Houser
- Original Score
- William Axt
- Original Title
- Tell No Tales
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Leslie Fenton
Lionel Houser, Alfred Taylor, Pauline London
William Axt
W. Donn Hayes
Edward Chodorov
Department Leadership Roster
Leslie Fenton
Director
Edward Chodorov
Producer
W. Donn Hayes
Editor
Lionel Houser
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tell No Tales
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Tell No Tales about?
A newspaper editor turns a kidnapping into the banner headlines and exclusive story that could save his publication.
Who directed Tell No Tales?
Tell No Tales was directed by Leslie Fenton.
Who stars in Tell No Tales?
The principal cast of Tell No Tales includes Melvyn Douglas, Louise Platt, Gene Lockhart, Douglass Dumbrille, Florence George.
When was Tell No Tales released and how long is it?
Tell No Tales was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 1h 9m.
Who composed the musical score for Tell No Tales?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tell No Tales was composed by William Axt.