---
title: "I Take This Oath"
year: 1940
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/i-take-this-oath-1940"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 217518
imdb_id: "tt0032618"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 67
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 4
content_rating: "NR"
---

# I Take This Oath (1940) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/i-take-this-oath-1940

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

I Take This Oath is a 1940 American crime drama film. The picture was directed by Sam Newfield, who used the pseudonym Sherman Scott. The cast features Gordon Jones and Joyce Compton. Billed as a romantic and exciting melodrama of the metropolitan, the production holds the distinction of being the first release by Producers Releasing Corporation. The film was released in the United States on May 20, 1940. Running for one hour and seven minutes, the movie falls into the drama and crime genres. The narrative focuses on the trials and tribulations experienced by a group of newly sworn-in police officers as they navigate their duties and lives.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus, FlixFling, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome | FlixFling |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | FlixFling | None | FlixFling |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Sam Newfield
- **Networks / Studios**: PRC

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Gordon Jones** as *Steve Hanagan*
- **Joyce Compton** as *Betty Casey*
- **Craig Reynolds** as *Joe Kelly*
- **J. Farrell MacDonald** as *Insp. Tim Ryan*
- **Veda Ann Borg** as *Flo*
- **Mary Gordon** as *Mrs. Eileen Hanagan*
- **Robert Homans** as *Mike Hanagan*
- **Sam Flint** as *Uncle Jim Kelly*
- **Guy Usher** as *Police Captain Casey*
- **Brooks Benedict** as *Burly*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch I Take This Oath online?
I Take This Oath is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is I Take This Oath worth watching?
I Take This Oath holds a community rating of 5.8/10 based on 4 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Crime for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie I Take This Oath and when was it released?
I Take This Oath is a feature film with a runtime of 67 minutes. It was released in 1940. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed I Take This Oath?
I Take This Oath was directed by Sam Newfield.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [I Take This Oath — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/217518)
- [I Take This Oath - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Take_This_Oath)
- [I Take This Oath (1940) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032618/fullcredits/)
- [I Take This Oath (1940)](https://www.themoviedb.org/)
- [I Take This Oath (1940) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/i-take-this-oath/credits)
- [Exploring Hong Kong Films of the 1930s and 1940s - Hong Kong Film Archive](https://www.filmarchive.gov.hk/documents/18995340/19057015/ebook_eng_05a.pdf)

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