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Torrid Zone

1940 · 88 min · Director: William Keighley

Torrid Zone (1940) is an action film, directed by William Keighley. It stars James Cagney and Ann Sheridan. The 88-minute film holds an audience score of 7/10.

What Torrid Zone Is About

It takes place on a banana plantation in Central America. Nick Butler, who runs it, has managed to quiet the unrest among the workers. But now he wants to give it up and go back to America. Steve Case, the company man, works to keep him; the plantation is beset by uprisings. Meanwhile Lee Donley, a nightclub singer on the run from the law, turns up there as well. Nick and Steve come up against each other over her too. The film runs adventure, comedy and romance together. James Cagney, Ann Sheridan and Pat O’Brien appear in William Keighley’s American film of 1940, eighty eight minutes long.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Torrid Zone about?

It takes place on a banana plantation in Central America. Nick Butler, who runs it, has managed to quiet the unrest among the workers.

Where can I watch Torrid Zone?

Torrid Zone is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Torrid Zone?

Torrid Zone runs for 88 minutes (1h 28m).

When did Torrid Zone come out?

Torrid Zone was released in 1940.

Who directed Torrid Zone?

Torrid Zone was directed by William Keighley.

Who stars in Torrid Zone?

Torrid Zone stars James Cagney, Ann Sheridan, Pat O'Brien, Andy Devine.

What is Torrid Zone's rating?

Torrid Zone holds 6.7/10 on IMDb and 7.0/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.

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