The Shadow Returns (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1946, The Shadow Returns is a mystery film directed by Phil Rosen, running about 61 minutes. “HIS GUNS SPEAK A SONG OF DEATH!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Shadow (Kane Richmond) cracks a case of missing jewels, murder and plastics.
Who’s in it. The Shadow Returns stars Kane Richmond as Lamont Cranston, Barbara Read as Margo Lane (as Barbara Reed), Tom Dugan as Shrevvy and Joseph Crehan as Police Insp. Cardona, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Shadow Returns has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel and ScreenPix Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Shadow Returns page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shadow Returns tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shadow Returns (1946)?
- In US, The Shadow Returns is available to stream on YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel and ScreenPix Amazon Channel , and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Shadow Returns worth watching?
- The Shadow Returns holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Shadow Returns?
- The Shadow Returns stars Kane Richmond, Barbara Read, Tom Dugan, Joseph Crehan and Pierre Watkin.
- When was The Shadow Returns released?
- The Shadow Returns was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.