The Saint Takes Over(1940)
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The Saint Takes Over, released in 1940 by RKO Pictures, was the fifth motion picture featuring the adventures of Simon Templar, a.k.a. "The Saint" the Robin Hood-inspired crimefighter created by Leslie Charteris. This film focuses on the character of Inspector Henry Farnack. When Farnack is framed by a gang he is investigating, it is up to The Saint to clear his name.
Movie: The Saint Takes Over
Top 10 Billed Cast
Simon Templar
Ruth Summers
Inspector Henry Fernack
Clarence 'Pearly' Gates
Sam Reese
Leo Sloan
Max Bremer (as Cyrus W. Kendall)
Patrolman Mike
Captain Wade
Albert 'Rocky' Weldon aka Rocks
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