Emyln Williams ("Shorty") puts in a strong performance in this solidly produced British...
They Drive by Night
“Shorty” Matthews having recently been released from prison visits his girlfriend in London only to discover her murdered. Fearing he will be wrongly accused of being the culprit he disappears amongst the long-distance lorry driving community. Meanwhile, the real killer, unassuming ex-schoolteacher Walter Hoover, continues to prey on London women. As Shorty had feared he has become the main suspect. He returns to London with old flame Molly to prove his innocence.
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They Drive by Night
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Dec 1, 1938
Runtime
1h 24m
Genres
Crime, Thriller
User Score
58%
Original Title
They Drive by Night
Production Companies
First National Film Distributors
Director
Arthur B. Woods
Description
“Shorty” Matthews having recently been released from prison visits his girlfriend in London only to discover her murdered. Fearing he will be wrongly accused of being the culprit he disappears amongst the long-distance lorry driving community. Meanwhile, the real killer, unassuming ex-schoolteacher Walter Hoover, continues to prey on London women. As Shorty had feared he has become the main suspect. He returns to London with old flame Molly to prove his innocence.