Tough to Handle (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film
Released in 1937, Tough to Handle is a crime film directed by S. Roy Luby, running about 60 minutes. “The Nation's Newest Racket Exposed!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young reporter's grandfather wins a sweepstakes, but it turns out that his ticket is phony. The reporter finds out that the police are looking for the criminal ring responsible for the phony-sweepstakes racket, so he and his young brother set out to track down the gang responsible and expose them.
Who’s in it. Tough to Handle stars Frankie Darro as Mike Sanford, Kane Richmond as Joe MacIntyre, Phyllis Fraser as Gloria Sanford and Harry Worth as Tony Franco, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tough to Handle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tough to Handle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tough to Handle (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tough to Handle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Tough to Handle?
- Tough to Handle stars Frankie Darro, Kane Richmond, Phyllis Fraser, Harry Worth and Betty Burgess.
- When was Tough to Handle released?
- Tough to Handle was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.