Ace Drummond (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1936, Ace Drummond is an action and adventure film directed by Ford Beebe, running about 255 minutes. “Amazing exploits in the sky!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This 13 chapter serial is based on the comic strip character Ace Drummond created by Eddie Rickenbacker. Ace is a 'G-Man of the sky' working out of Washington D.C. He is sent to Mongolia to find out why a mysterious villain known only as 'The Dragon' is trying to prevent the newly formed International Airways from setting up an airport there. Ace meets Peggy Trainor (Jean Rogers) who is searching for her archaeologist father who has disappeared. Together they search for answers to the puzzles.
Who’s in it. Ace Drummond stars John 'Dusty' King as Ace Drummond, Jean Rogers as Peggy Trainor, Noah Beery Jr. as Jerry and Jackie Morrow as Billy Meredith, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Ace Drummond has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ace Drummond page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ace Drummond tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ace Drummond (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ace Drummond change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ace Drummond worth watching?
- Ace Drummond holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ace Drummond?
- Ace Drummond stars John 'Dusty' King, Jean Rogers, Noah Beery Jr., Jackie Morrow and Chester Gan.
- When was Ace Drummond released?
- Ace Drummond was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 255 minutes.