The Witness Vanishes

The Witness Vanishes is a 1939 American mystery film directed by Otis Garrett and starring Edmund Lowe, Wendy Barrie, and Bruce Lester.

Production

In 1937, Universal Pictures made a deal with Crime Club, who were publishers of whodunnits. Over the next few years Universal released several mystery films in the series. The Witness Vanishes was the last film in the series.The film was inspired by James Ronald's magazine serial They Can't Hang Me! which was the films working title.

Release

The Witness Vanishes was released by Universal Pictures on September 22, 1939.