The Sun Never Sets (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1939, The Sun Never Sets is a drama film directed by Rowland V. Lee, running about 97 minutes. “A powerfully dramatic story of men of empire and the women they love...excitement, mystery, intrigue and romance...woven into a thrilling tapestry of entertainment” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Randolph family have a tradition of working in the British colonial service. Clive comes home from a mission in the Gold Coast of Africa accompanied by his wife Helen. He discovers his younger brother John, is not keen on following in his footsteps. John is then persuaded to try colonial service by his grandfather. He is accompanied by Clive who has been sent to investigate the source of a series of radio broadcasts that are sewing unrest throughout the world. These may be linked to Hugo Zurof, a man plotting to rule the world.
Who’s in it. The Sun Never Sets stars Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as John Randolph, Basil Rathbone as Clive Randolph, Barbara O'Neil as Helen Randolph and Lionel Atwill as Hugo Zurof, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Sun Never Sets 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 Sun Never Sets page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sun Never Sets tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sun Never Sets (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sun Never Sets change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sun Never Sets worth watching?
- The Sun Never Sets holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sun Never Sets?
- The Sun Never Sets stars Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Basil Rathbone, Barbara O'Neil, Lionel Atwill and Virginia Field.
- When was The Sun Never Sets released?
- The Sun Never Sets was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.