Undercover Agent (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1939, Undercover Agent is a drama and crime film directed by Howard Bretherton, running about 65 minutes. “One man racket buster vs. the mob!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A railway postal clerk goes after a sweepstakes counterfeiting ring.
Who’s in it. Undercover Agent stars Russell Gleason as Bill Trent, Shirley Deane as Betty Madison, Maude Eburne as Mrs. Minnow and J. M. Kerrigan as Tom 'Pop' Madison, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Undercover Agent has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Undercover Agent page.
If you liked it. Fans of Undercover Agent tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Undercover Agent (1939)?
- In US, Undercover Agent is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Undercover Agent worth watching?
- Undercover Agent holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Undercover Agent?
- Undercover Agent stars Russell Gleason, Shirley Deane, Maude Eburne, J. M. Kerrigan and Oscar O'Shea.
- When was Undercover Agent released?
- Undercover Agent was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.