The Saint Takes Over, released in 1940 by RKO Pictures, was the fifth motion picture featuring the adventures of Simon Templar, a.k.a. "The Saint" the Robin Hood-inspired crimefighter created by Leslie Charteris. This film focuses on the character of Inspector Henry Farnack. When Farnack is framed by a gang he is investigating, it is up to The Saint to clear his name.
Jack Hively | Director |
Leslie Charteris | Creator |
Lynn Root | Screenplay |
Frank Fenton | Screenplay |
Howard Benedict | Producer |
Lee S. Marcus | Executive Producer |
Frank Redman | Director of Photography |
Desmond Marquette | Editor |
Van Nest Polglase | Art Direction |
ReniƩ | Costume Design |