Black Sheep (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1935, Black Sheep is a drama film directed by Allan Dwan, running about 76 minutes. “Like father... Like son” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. On an ocean liner crossing a professional gambler comes to the aid of a naive young man victimized by a jewel thief. The young man turns out to be his son he's not seen since infancy.
Who’s in it. Black Sheep stars Edmund Lowe as John Francis Dugan, Claire Trevor as Janette Foster, Tom Brown as Fred Curtis and Eugene Pallette as Col. Upton Calhoun Belcher, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Black Sheep has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Sheep page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Sheep tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Sheep (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Sheep change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black Sheep worth watching?
- Black Sheep holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Black Sheep?
- Black Sheep stars Edmund Lowe, Claire Trevor, Tom Brown, Eugene Pallette and Adrienne Ames.
- When was Black Sheep released?
- Black Sheep was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.