The Racket (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1928, The Racket is a drama and crime film directed by Lewis Milestone, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. In this silent film, a renegade police captain sets out to catch a sadistic mob boss.
Who’s in it. The Racket stars Thomas Meighan as Police Captain James McQuigg, Louis Wolheim as Nick Scarsi, Marie Prevost as Helen Hayes and G. Pat Collins as Patrolman Johnson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Racket has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Racket page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Racket tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Racket (1928)?
- In US, The Racket is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Racket worth watching?
- The Racket holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Racket?
- The Racket stars Thomas Meighan, Louis Wolheim, Marie Prevost, G. Pat Collins and Henry Sedley.
- When was The Racket released?
- The Racket was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.