Idol of the crowds (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1937, Idol of the crowds is a drama and romance film directed by Arthur Lubin, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Retired hockey player Johnny Hansen, in order to make money to enlarge his chicken farm, returns to the game and leads his team into the championship series. Just before the series starts, he is offered a bribe to throw the games but refuses. An attempt is made on his life which results in Bobby, the team's mascot, being injured. Written by Les Adams
Who’s in it. Idol of the crowds stars John Wayne as Johnny Hanson, Sheila Bromley as Helen Dale, Charles Brokaw as Jack Irwin and Bill Burrud as Bobby (as Billy Burrud), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Idol of the crowds has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Idol of the crowds page.
If you liked it. Fans of Idol of the crowds tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Idol of the crowds (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Idol of the crowds change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Idol of the crowds worth watching?
- Idol of the crowds holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Idol of the crowds?
- Idol of the crowds stars John Wayne, Sheila Bromley, Charles Brokaw, Bill Burrud and Jane Johns.
- When was Idol of the crowds released?
- Idol of the crowds was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.