Spy Smasher
“DEATH TO SPIES IN AMERICA”
Synopsis
Prior to the United States' involvement in World War II, the masked vigilante Spy Smasher fights Nazi agents operating within the US, led by the treacherous sabotage leader codenamed The Mask.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Spy Smasher 1942 Republic Serial
Type: Featurette • Published 2020-09-10
Top Cast
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Kane Richmond
Alan Armstrong / Jack Armstrong
Marguerite Chapman
Eve Corby
Sam Flint
Admiral Corby
Hans Schumm
The Mask
Tristram Coffin
Drake
Franco Corsaro
Captain Pierre Durand
Hans von Morhart
Captain Gerhardt
Georges Renavent
Governor LeComte
Rudolph Anders
Col. Von Kohr
Henry Zynda
Ritter Lazar
Paul Bryar
Lawlor
Tom London
Crane
Richard Bond
Hayes
Crane Whitley
Hauser
John James
Steve
Dudley Dickerson
Train Porter (uncredited)
William Forrest
Thornton (uncredited)
Yakima Canutt
Armored Car Driver (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 4, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$154K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Witney
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph F. Poland, Ronald Davidson, Joseph O'Donnell, William Lively, Norman S. Hall
- Original Score
- Mort Glickman
- Original Title
- Spy Smasher
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3h 35m
- Production Budget
- $154K
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Witney
Joseph F. Poland, Ronald Davidson, Joseph O'Donnell, William Lively, Norman S. Hall
Mort Glickman
Reggie Lanning
Tony Martinelli, Edward Todd
William J. O'Sullivan
Department Leadership Roster
Tony Martinelli
Editor
Joseph F. Poland
Screenplay
Ronald Davidson
Screenplay
Joseph O'Donnell
Screenplay
William Lively
Screenplay
William J. O'Sullivan
Producer
Edward Todd
Editor
William Witney
Director
Norman S. Hall
Screenplay
Reggie Lanning
Director of Photography
Mort Glickman
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Spy Smasher
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Spy Smasher about?
Prior to the United States' involvement in World War II, the masked vigilante Spy Smasher fights Nazi agents operating within the US, led by the treacherous sabotage leader codenamed The Mask.
Who directed Spy Smasher?
Spy Smasher was directed by William Witney.
Who stars in Spy Smasher?
The principal cast of Spy Smasher includes Kane Richmond, Marguerite Chapman, Sam Flint, Hans Schumm, Tristram Coffin.
When was Spy Smasher released and how long is it?
Spy Smasher was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 3h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Spy Smasher?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Spy Smasher was composed by Mort Glickman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Spy Smasher?
Spy Smasher holds official age classifications: CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).