The Speed Spook (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1924, The Speed Spook is an action, comedy and mystery film directed by Charles Hines, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. An auto racer driving through a small town finds himself tangled up in a local political controversy, an election and a mystery that surrounds a supposedly "haunted" car that speeds through town with no driver and disappears before anyone can catch it.
Who’s in it. The Speed Spook stars Johnny Hines as 'Blue Streak' Billings, Faire Binney as Betty West, Edmund Breese as Chuck Brady and Warner Richmond as Jud Skerrit, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, The Speed Spook has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Speed Spook page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Speed Spook 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 The Speed Spook (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Speed Spook change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Speed Spook worth watching?
- The Speed Spook holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Speed Spook?
- The Speed Spook stars Johnny Hines, Faire Binney, Edmund Breese, Warner Richmond and Frank Losee.
- When was The Speed Spook released?
- The Speed Spook was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.