Johnny Allegro (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1949, Johnny Allegro is a crime film directed by Ted Tetzlaff, running about 81 minutes. “Johnny's on the spot ... with treasury agents and international mobsters on his trail !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Treasury Department officials recruit a florist (Raft) to lead them to a wanted criminal (Macready); but once he gets too close, he finds he's the hunted.
Who’s in it. Johnny Allegro stars George Raft as Johnny Allegro, Nina Foch as Glenda Chapman, George Macready as Morgan Vallin and Will Geer as Schultzy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Johnny Allegro 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 Johnny Allegro page.
If you liked it. Fans of Johnny Allegro tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Johnny Allegro (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Johnny Allegro change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Johnny Allegro worth watching?
- Johnny Allegro holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Johnny Allegro?
- Johnny Allegro stars George Raft, Nina Foch, George Macready, Will Geer and Gloria Henry.
- When was Johnny Allegro released?
- Johnny Allegro was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.