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The Devil Thumbs a Ride

The Devil Thumbs a Ride

He'll kill until he dies!

Steve Morgan kills a man in a holdup and hitches a ride to Los Angeles with Fergie. At a gas station, they pick up two women. Encountering a roadblock, Morgan takes over and persuades the party to spend the night at an unoccupied beach house. The police close in as one by one, the others learn that Morgan is a killer.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Devil Thumbs a Ride
  • Genres: Thriller, Crime
  • Release Date: 1947-02-20
  • Runtime: 62 minutes
  • Rating: 6.5/10 (21 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: RKO Radio Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.4509
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Lawrence Tierney

Lawrence Tierney

as Steve Morgan

Ted North

Ted North

as Jimmy 'Fergie' Ferguson

Nan Leslie

Nan Leslie

as Beulah Zorn, alias Carol Demming

Betty Lawford

Betty Lawford

as Agnes Smith

Andrew Tombes

Andrew Tombes

as Joe Brayden, Night Watchman

Harry Shannon

Harry Shannon

as Detective Owens, San Diego Police

Marian Carr

Marian Carr

as Diane Ferguson

William Gould

William Gould

as Police Capt. Martin, San Diego Police

Josephine Whittell

Josephine Whittell

as Diane's mother

Phil Warren

Phil Warren

as Pete, Roadblock Motorcycle Cop

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Lawrence Tierney 1947 The Devil Thumbs a Ride.. Film Noir.

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Keywords

californiagas stationkidnappingfilm noirhitchhikerbeach housekiller on the run

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Devil Thumbs a Ride?

The Devil Thumbs a Ride is a Thriller, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 1947-02-20.

Who are the main actors in The Devil Thumbs a Ride?

The main cast includes Lawrence Tierney, Ted North, Nan Leslie, Betty Lawford, Andrew Tombes, .

Where can I watch The Devil Thumbs a Ride online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Devil Thumbs a Ride is available.

Is The Devil Thumbs a Ride based on a true story?

He'll kill until he dies!

What is the IMDb rating of The Devil Thumbs a Ride?

The Devil Thumbs a Ride has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 21 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Devil Thumbs a Ride?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Devil Thumbs a Ride?

The soundtrack was composed by RKO Radio Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Devil Thumbs a Ride filmed?

The Devil Thumbs a Ride was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Devil Thumbs a Ride?

The total runtime of The Devil Thumbs a Ride is 62 minutes.

Is The Devil Thumbs a Ride suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Devil Thumbs a Ride?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Devil Thumbs a Ride.

Does The Devil Thumbs a Ride have a post-credit scene?

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