Johnny One-Eye (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1950, Johnny One-Eye is a drama and crime film directed by Robert Florey, running about 78 minutes. “SHE'LL NEVER BE IN JAIL... but every gorgeous inch of her is against the law!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Johnny One-Eye was adapted from one of Damon Runyon's lesser-known stories. Martin Martin and Dane Cory were former partners in crime who have long since split up. When a new district attorney puts the heat on, Cory, anxious to save his own hide, accuses Martin of an unsolved murder. Holed up in abandoned house, Martin is befriended by a little girl and her dog. It so happens that the girl is the daughter of the crusading DA, and thereby hangs the rest of this tale.
Who’s in it. Johnny One-Eye stars Pat O’Brien as Martin Martin, Wayne Morris as Dane Cory, Dolores Moran as Lily White and Gayle Reed as Elsie White, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Johnny One-Eye has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Johnny One-Eye page.
If you liked it. Fans of Johnny One-Eye tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Johnny One-Eye (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Johnny One-Eye change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Johnny One-Eye worth watching?
- Johnny One-Eye holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Johnny One-Eye?
- Johnny One-Eye stars Pat O’Brien, Wayne Morris, Dolores Moran, Gayle Reed and Donald Woods.
- When was Johnny One-Eye released?
- Johnny One-Eye was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.