Salty O'Rourke (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1945, Salty O'Rourke is a drama film directed by Raoul Walsh, running about 100 minutes. “He's the King of the Gamblers!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A gambler (Alan Ladd) and his buddy (William Demarest) find a wise-guy jockey for their long-shot horse.
Who’s in it. Salty O'Rourke stars Alan Ladd as Salty O'Rourke, Gail Russell as Barbara Brooks, William Demarest as Smitty and Stanley Clements as Johnny Cates, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Salty O'Rourke has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Salty O'Rourke page.
If you liked it. Fans of Salty O'Rourke tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Salty O'Rourke (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Salty O'Rourke change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Salty O'Rourke worth watching?
- Salty O'Rourke holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Salty O'Rourke?
- Salty O'Rourke stars Alan Ladd, Gail Russell, William Demarest, Stanley Clements and Bruce Cabot.
- When was Salty O'Rourke released?
- Salty O'Rourke was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.