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Blonde for a Day

5.819461h 8mNRMovieMysteryCrime

Newspaper reporter Tim Rourke keeps writing articles that attack the police department for its failure to solve a chain of murders, which nearly leads to the reporter's death. He calls in private detective Michael Shayne, who turns up a blonde and a blackmailer.

DirectorSam Newfield

WritersFred Myton·Brett Halliday

Where to watch

Not available in Australia

Streaming in 2 other countries

Blonde for a Day isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Canada, United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Sam Newfield

Inspector Pete Rafferty

Dillingham 'Dilly' Smith

Charles Cahill Wilson

Chief of Police Will Gentry (as Charles Wilson)

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Blonde for a Day — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Blonde for a Day?

Blonde for a Day isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in Canada and United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Blonde for a Day on Netflix?

No, Blonde for a Day is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is Blonde for a Day on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Blonde for a Day isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch Blonde for a Day for free?

Blonde for a Day isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is there a sequel to Blonde for a Day?

Yes — Blonde for a Day is followed by Three on a Ticket (1947) in the Michael Shayne Collection.

Is there a prequel to Blonde for a Day?

Yes — Larceny in Her Heart (1946) comes before Blonde for a Day in the Michael Shayne Collection.

Is Blonde for a Day part of a trilogy?

No — Blonde for a Day is part of the Michael Shayne Collection, which has 12 films.

How many movies are in the Michael Shayne Collection?

There are 12 films in the Michael Shayne Collection: Michael Shayne: Private Detective (1940), Sleepers West (1941), Dressed to Kill (1941), Blue, White and Perfect (1942), The Man Who Wouldn't Die (1942), Just Off Broadway (1942), Time to Kill (1942), Murder Is My Business (1946), Larceny in Her Heart (1946), Blonde for a Day (1946), Three on a Ticket (1947) and Too Many Winners (1947).