Human Cargo (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film
Released in 1936, Human Cargo is an action, comedy, crime and mystery film directed by Allan Dwan, running about 66 minutes. “THE SHAKE-DOWN REVELATION THAT WILL SHOCK THE NATION!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Bonnie Brewster and "Packy" Campbell, rival reporters on competing newspapers, team up to put an end to a smuggling gang that brings illegal aliens to the United States, and then makes further victims of them by extortion payments. They go to Vancouver, Canada and board a ship carrying aliens. But the gang recognizes them as reporters and gang-henchmen Tony Scula (Ralf Harolde) and Ira Conklin take them off the ship. But Campbell recognizes Scula as the gunman who killed Carmen Zoro.
Who’s in it. Human Cargo stars Claire Trevor as Bonnie Brewster, Brian Donlevy as Packy Campbell, Alan Dinehart as Lionel Crocker and Helen Troy as Susie, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Human Cargo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Human Cargo 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 Human Cargo (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Human Cargo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Human Cargo?
- Human Cargo stars Claire Trevor, Brian Donlevy, Alan Dinehart, Helen Troy and Rita Hayworth.
- When was Human Cargo released?
- Human Cargo was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.