The Crowd Roars (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1938, The Crowd Roars is an action and drama film directed by Richard Thorpe, running about 90 minutes. “DRAMA! YOUR THRILL OF A LIFETIME!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young boxer gets caught between a no-good father and a crime boss when he starts dating the boss's daughter, although she doesn't know what daddy does for a living.
Who’s in it. The Crowd Roars stars Robert Taylor as 'Killer' McCoy, Edward Arnold as Jim Cain, Frank Morgan as Brian McCoy and Maureen O'Sullivan as Sheila 'Shelia' Carson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Crowd Roars has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Crowd Roars page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Crowd Roars 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 Crowd Roars (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Crowd Roars change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Crowd Roars worth watching?
- The Crowd Roars holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Crowd Roars?
- The Crowd Roars stars Robert Taylor, Edward Arnold, Frank Morgan, Maureen O'Sullivan and William Gargan.
- When was The Crowd Roars released?
- The Crowd Roars was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.