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Danger Ahead (1940) movie poster
194060 minAction, Adventure, Crime, Western

Danger Ahead

Danger Ahead Movie Hit or Flop?

FLOP

Verdict:Danger Ahead is a confirmed FLOP based on our analysis of audience ratings and box office momentum.

With a rating of 0.0/10, it has delivered a mixed experience for fans of the Action, Adventure, Crime, Western genre.

Is Danger Ahead Worth Watching?

Answer: Maybe not, Danger Ahead is likely a skip if you enjoy Action movies.

It features a runtime of 60 minutes and offers a standard storyline that appeals to mature audiences.

0.00 votes
60Minutes
1940Release Year
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Danger Ahead Review

Last updated: January 2026

The Royal Mounties are called in when one of the armored cars owned by Maxwell, containing a gold shipment, disappears with driver George Hill suspected of trying to get away with the gold. Actually, Maxwell and two henchmen had poured acid on the brake lines, causing the car to crash. Genevieve, daughter of the Mountie chief, suspects Maxwell and Thomas Hatch, president of the bank shipping the gold, but she quickly becomes more trouble than help to Sergeant Renfrew in charge of the investigation. Renfrew and Constable Kelly drive the next shipment but Maxwell plans to make them crash the same way as Hill did. Renfrew steers the vehicle into a hillside and this gives him an idea of what happened to the other car.

In terms of production quality and narrative depth, Danger Ahead offers a middle-of-the-road story that resonates with its target audience. The direction and cast performances are noteworthy, contributing to its overall commercial footprint.

Cast of Danger Ahead

  • James Newill – RCMP Sgt. Renfrew
  • Dave O'Brien – Corporal Kelly
  • Dorothea Kent – Genevieve
  • Dick Rich – Maxwell
  • Guy Usher – Inspector

Top Highlights

James Newill
James NewillRCMP Sgt. Renfrew
Dave O'Brien
Dave O'BrienCorporal Kelly
Dorothea Kent
Dorothea KentGenevieve
Dick Rich
Dick RichMaxwell
Guy Usher
Guy UsherInspector
John Dilson
John DilsonThomas Hatch
Harry Depp
Harry DeppJones
David Sharpe
David SharpeGeorge Hill
Lester Dorr
Lester DorrHenchman Lefty
Bob Terry
Bob TerryHenchman Gimpy

Final Verdict

Analyzing the audience sentiment, IMDb rating of 0/10, and global collection metrics, Danger Ahead stands as a challenging project for the creators. It remains an essential piece of the 1940 cinematic year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Danger Ahead movie hit or flop?

Danger Ahead is considered a flop based on audience ratings of 0/10 and lower collections.

Is Danger Ahead worth watching?

Based on the low rating of 0/10, Danger Ahead may not be worth watching unless you are a die-hard fan.

What genre is Danger Ahead?

Danger Ahead is a Action, Adventure, Crime movie that The Royal Mounties are called in when one of the armored cars owned by Maxwell, containing a gold shipment, disappears with driver George Hill suspect...

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