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Sky Bandits (1940) movie poster
194062 minAction, Comedy, Western, Adventure

Sky Bandits

Sky Bandits Movie Hit or Flop?

FLOP

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

With a rating of 5.0/10, it has delivered a mixed experience for fans of the Action, Comedy, Western, Adventure genre.

Is Sky Bandits Worth Watching?

Answer: Maybe not, Sky Bandits is likely a skip if you enjoy Action movies.

It features a runtime of 62 minutes and offers a standard storyline that appeals to general audiences.

5.05 votes
62Minutes
1940Release Year
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Sky Bandits Review

Last updated: January 2026

Sgt. Renfrew and Constable Kelly go aloft to search for a plane missing with a shipment of gold from the Yukon Mine Company. Inventor Speavy has devised a power ray which disrupts electrical impulses, and Morgan and his gang of crooks has brought in Prof. Lewis to increase the ray's range, telling him he's helping the government develop this new weapon. Speavy spills the beans to Prof. Lewis and his daughter Madeleine,and Morgan threatens to implicate them in his crimes unless they cooperate. Morgan kills Speavy when he tries to warn Renfrew, but when Madeleine stows away on board the doomed plane Renfrew is piloting, will the crooks be able to make Prof. Lewis use the power ray to bring the plane down?

In terms of production quality and narrative depth, Sky Bandits 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 Sky Bandits

  • James Newill – RCMP Sgt. Renfrew
  • Louise Stanley – Madeleine Lewis
  • Dewey Robinson – Uncle Dinwiddie
  • William Pawley – Morgan
  • Joe De Stefani – Professor Burton Lewis

Top Highlights

James Newill
James NewillRCMP Sgt. Renfrew
Louise Stanley
Louise StanleyMadeleine Lewis
Dewey Robinson
Dewey RobinsonUncle Dinwiddie
William Pawley
William PawleyMorgan
Joe De Stefani
Joe De StefaniProfessor Burton Lewis
Jim Farley
Jim FarleyInspector Warner
Dave O'Brien
Dave O'BrienConstable Kelly
Karl Hackett
Karl HackettHawthorne
Ted Adams
Ted AdamsHenchman Gary
Dwight Frye
Dwight FryeSpeavy

Final Verdict

Analyzing the audience sentiment, IMDb rating of 5/10, and global collection metrics, Sky Bandits stands as a challenging project for the creators. It remains an essential piece of the 1940 cinematic year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sky Bandits movie hit or flop?

Sky Bandits has received mixed reviews with a 5/10 rating, making it a moderate success with the audience.

Is Sky Bandits worth watching?

Sky Bandits is a mixed bag. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Action, Comedy, Western movies, but read reviews first.

What genre is Sky Bandits?

Sky Bandits is a Action, Comedy, Western movie that Sgt. Renfrew and Constable Kelly go aloft to search for a plane missing with a shipment of gold from the Yukon Mine Company. Inventor Speavy has devis...

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