The Phantom Speaks
Synopsis
The spirit of an executed murderer enters the body of a physician, and forces him to do its bidding--namely, murder.
Top Cast
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Richard Arlen
Matt Fraser
Stanley Ridges
Dr. Paul Renwick
Lynne Roberts
Joan Renwick
Tom Powers
Harvey Bogardus
Charlotte Wynters
Cornelia Wilmont
Jonathan Hale
Owen McAllister
Marion Martin
Betty Hanzel
Pierre Watkin
Charlie Davis
Garry Owen
Louis Fabian
Ralf Harolde
Frankie Teal
Doreen McCann
Mary Fabian
Bob Alden
Newsboy (Uncredited)
Tom Chatterton
Prison Chaplain (Uncredited)
Edmund Cobb
Execution Official (Uncredited)
Kenne Duncan
Murder Victim (Uncredited)
Joseph Granby
Attorney James J. Kennerly (Uncredited)
Robert Homans
Death Row Guard (Uncredited)
Nolan Leary
Theatre Watchman (Uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 13, 1945
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John English
- Screenplay & Story
- John K. Butler
- Original Score
- Edward H. Plumb
- Original Title
- The Phantom Speaks
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John English
John K. Butler
Edward H. Plumb
William Bradford
Arthur Roberts
Department Leadership Roster
John English
Director
William Bradford
Director of Photography
John K. Butler
Writer
Arthur Roberts
Editor
Adele Palmer
Costume Design
Edward H. Plumb
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Phantom Speaks.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Phantom Speaks
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Phantom Speaks about?
The spirit of an executed murderer enters the body of a physician, and forces him to do its bidding--namely, murder.
Who directed The Phantom Speaks?
The Phantom Speaks was directed by John English.
Who stars in The Phantom Speaks?
The principal cast of The Phantom Speaks includes Richard Arlen, Stanley Ridges, Lynne Roberts, Tom Powers, Charlotte Wynters.
When was The Phantom Speaks released and how long is it?
The Phantom Speaks was released in 1945 with a total runtime of 1h 9m.
Who composed the musical score for The Phantom Speaks?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Phantom Speaks was composed by Edward H. Plumb.