The Great John L. (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1945, The Great John L. is a drama film directed by Frank Tuttle, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Portrait of legendary fighter John L. Sullivan, aka "The Boston Strong Boy", and his meteoric rise to become the first gloved World Heavyweight Champion. But the famed boxer is no match for the two women with holds on him, love struck actress Kathy Harkness and the real love of his life, beautiful but unyielding Anne Livingstone.
Who’s in it. The Great John L. stars Linda Darnell as Anne Livingston, Greg McClure as John L. Sullivan, Barbara Britton as Kathy Harkness and Otto Kruger as Richard Martin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Great John L. has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great John L. page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great John L. tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great John L. (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great John L. change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Great John L. worth watching?
- The Great John L. holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Great John L.?
- The Great John L. stars Linda Darnell, Greg McClure, Barbara Britton, Otto Kruger and Wallace Ford.
- When was The Great John L. released?
- The Great John L. was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.