The Mighty (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1929, The Mighty is an action, drama, crime and war film directed by John Cromwell, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. In this melodrama set during WWI, a gangster joins the army and is promoted to major. He then returns from war torn Europe to tell a family that their beloved son had died in his arms during a battle. The major then falls in love with the late soldier's sister and decides to accept a position in town as the new police commissioner.
Who’s in it. The Mighty stars George Bancroft as Blake Greeson, Esther Ralston as Louise Patterson, Warner Oland as Sterky and Raymond Hatton as Dogey Franks, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Mighty has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Mighty page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mighty tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mighty (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mighty change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mighty worth watching?
- The Mighty holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, crime and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Mighty?
- The Mighty stars George Bancroft, Esther Ralston, Warner Oland, Raymond Hatton and Dorothy Revier.
- When was The Mighty released?
- The Mighty was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.