Car 99
Synopsis
A story of the Michigan State Police and the strong sense of loyalty and duty it instills in its men. It follows the career of a newly-inducted rookie, Ross Martin, who has joined the force at the urging of his sweetheart, Mary Adams. Martin soon distinguishes himself by his bravery in the apprehension of criminals. But when the leader of a gang of bank robbers falls into his hands and then escapes, because of carelessness on Martin's part, he is suspended from the force.
Top Cast
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Fred MacMurray
Trooper Ross Martin
Ann Sheridan
Mary Adams
Guy Standing
John Vilker, alias Prof. Anthony
Marina Koshetz
Nan Vilker
Dean Jagger
Trooper Jim Burton
William Frawley
Training Sgt. Barrel
Frank Craven
Sheriff Peter Arnot
Nora Cecil
Granny Adams
Charles Cahill Wilson
Trooper Captain Ryan
Joe Sawyer
Whitey, burly henchman
Mack Gray
Smoke, thin henchman
Eddy Chandler
Trooper Haynes, Car 45
Robert Kent
Trooper Blatzky
John Howard
Trooper Carney
Alfred Delcambre
Trooper Jamison
Howard Wilson
Dutch
Hector V. Sarno
French Charley
Eddie Dunn
Mack
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 2, 1935
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Barton
- Screenplay & Story
- C. Gardner Sullivan, Karl Detzer
- Original Title
- Car 99
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 7m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Barton
C. Gardner Sullivan, Karl Detzer
William C. Mellor
Bayard Veiller
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Barton
Director
C. Gardner Sullivan
Screenplay
Karl Detzer
Screenplay
Bayard Veiller
Producer
William C. Mellor
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Car 99.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Car 99
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Car 99 about?
A story of the Michigan State Police and the strong sense of loyalty and duty it instills in its men. It follows the career of a newly-inducted rookie, Ross Martin, who has joined the force at the urging of his sweetheart, Mary Adams. Martin soon distinguishes himself by his bravery in the apprehension of criminals. But when the leader of a gang of bank robbers falls into his hands and then escapes, because of carelessness on Martin's part, he is suspended from the force.
Who directed Car 99?
Car 99 was directed by Charles Barton.
Who stars in Car 99?
The principal cast of Car 99 includes Fred MacMurray, Ann Sheridan, Guy Standing, Marina Koshetz, Dean Jagger.
When was Car 99 released and how long is it?
Car 99 was released in 1935 with a total runtime of 1h 7m.