Storyline
“Shorty” Matthews having recently been released from prison visits his girlfriend in London only to discover her murdered. Fearing he will be wrongly accused of being the culprit he disappears amongst the long-distance lorry driving community. Meanwhile, the real killer, unassuming ex-schoolteacher Walter Hoover, continues to prey on London women. As Shorty had feared he has become the main suspect. He returns to London with old flame Molly to prove his innocence.
Cast & Crew
Emlyn Williams
Shorty Matthews
Lead
Ernest Thesiger
Walter Hoover
Anna Konstam
Molly O'Neill
Allan Jeayes
Wally Mason
AH
Anthony Holles
Murray
Ronald Shiner
Charlie
William Hartnell
Bus Conductor
JC
Joe Cunningham
Detective Pryor
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Arthur B. Woods's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. They Drive by Night is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
