The Last Alarm
1940, English. Directed by William West.
A recently retired fire captain suffers from boredom, until one of his friends is killed battling an arson fire. It becomes his purpose in life to track down the arsonist. As he gets closer to finding the killer, things become dangerous for him and his family.
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Last Alarm is streaming on Artiflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- William WestDirector
- J. Farrell MacDonaldJim Hadley
- Warren HullFrank Rogers
- Polly Ann YoungJoan Hadley
- Mary GordonMrs. Hadley
- George PembrokeWendell
- Joel FriedkinBurt Stafford
- Bruce MacFarlaneJack Henderson
- Eddie HartDick Roberts
- Willard HallBriggs
- Charles Anthony HughesLt. King
- Charles R. PhippsStevens
- Eddie KaneFire Chief
Details
- Released
- 25 June 1940
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Al Martin
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The Last Alarm: quick answers
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How long is The Last Alarm?
The Last Alarm runs 61 minutes (1h 1m).
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The Last Alarm parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Last Alarm is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Last Alarm on?
The Last Alarm is streaming on Artiflix in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Last Alarm?
If you liked The Last Alarm, try Indemnity, The Quiller Memorandum, Oscar Shaw.
Who directed The Last Alarm?
The Last Alarm (1940) was directed by William West and stars J. Farrell MacDonald, Warren Hull, Polly Ann Young.