Torchy Blane in Panama
1938, English. Directed by William Clemens.
America's nosiest news-hawk goes plane nuts as she risks her neck to land... a killer!
Torchy, Steve, and Gahagan are on the trail of a bank robber aboard an ocean liner traveling from New York to L.A. via the Panama Canal.
- Runtime
- 0h 59m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Torchy Blane in Panama is streaming on TCM in India.
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Cast & crew
- William ClemensDirector
- Lola LaneTorchy Blane
- Paul KellyDetective Lieutenant Steve 'Stevie' McBride
- Tom KennedyDetective Gahagan
- Anthony AverillStanley 'Stan' Crafton
- Larry WilliamsReporter Bill 'Billy' Canby
- Betty CompsonKitty, Gomez's Moll
- Hugh O'ConnellSkinner
- Jimmy ConlinBotkin (as James Conlon)
- Joe CunninghamMaxie
- Frank ShannonCaptain McTavish
- Eric StanleyCaptain Donald McDonald
- John RidgelySparks (as John Ridgeley)
Details
- Released
- 7 May 1938
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Anthony Coldeway, George Bricker
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Torchy Blane in Panama: quick answers
What should I watch before Torchy Blane in Panama?
Watch Smart Blonde (1937), Fly Away Baby (1937), The Adventurous Blonde (1937), and Blondes at Work (1938) first.
What comes after Torchy Blane in Panama?
Next in the series: Torchy Gets Her Man (1938), Torchy Blane in Chinatown (1939), and Torchy Runs for Mayor (1939).
Is Torchy Blane in Panama worth watching?
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How long is Torchy Blane in Panama?
Torchy Blane in Panama runs 59 minutes (0h 59m).
Does Torchy Blane in Panama have a post-credits scene?
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Torchy Blane in Panama parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Torchy Blane in Panama is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Torchy Blane in Panama on?
Torchy Blane in Panama is streaming on TCM in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Torchy Blane in Panama?
If you liked Torchy Blane in Panama, try Song of the Thin Man, Shadow of the Thin Man, Another Thin Man.
Who directed Torchy Blane in Panama?
Torchy Blane in Panama (1938) was directed by William Clemens and stars Lola Lane, Paul Kelly, Tom Kennedy.