The Silk Express (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1933, The Silk Express is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Ray Enright, running about 61 minutes.
What it’s about. As the demand for raw silk goes sky high, crooked businessman Wallace Myton corners the market with plans to drive up the price. Determined to fulfill his contracts, manufacturer Donald Kilgore imports $3 million worth of silk to Seattle and accompanies it by special train to New York. But when his secretary is found murdered, Kilgore soon discovers Myton has planted three killers on board with orders to stop the express and its passengers dead in their tracks.
Who’s in it. The Silk Express stars Neil Hamilton as Donald Kilgore, Sheila Terry as Paula Nyberg, Arthur Byron as Conductor Clark and Guy Kibbee as Railway Detective McDuff, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Silk Express has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Silk Express page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Silk Express tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Silk Express (1933)?
- In US, The Silk Express is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Silk Express worth watching?
- The Silk Express holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Silk Express?
- The Silk Express stars Neil Hamilton, Sheila Terry, Arthur Byron, Guy Kibbee and Dudley Digges.
- When was The Silk Express released?
- The Silk Express was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.