I Am the Law (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1938, I Am the Law is a drama and crime film directed by Alexander Hall, running about 83 minutes. “A Fight Prosecutor Smashes A Defiant Racket Empire!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. With the aid of his former law students, a professor-turned-prosecutor battles corruption and organized crime.
Who’s in it. I Am the Law stars Edward G. Robinson as John Lindsay, Barbara O'Neil as Jerry Lindsay, John Beal as Paul Ferguson and Wendy Barrie as Frances 'Frankie' Ballou, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, I Am the Law has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch I Am the Law page.
If you liked it. Fans of I Am the Law tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch I Am the Law (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for I Am the Law change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is I Am the Law worth watching?
- I Am the Law holds an audience score of 6.6 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 I Am the Law?
- I Am the Law stars Edward G. Robinson, Barbara O'Neil, John Beal, Wendy Barrie and Otto Kruger.
- When was I Am the Law released?
- I Am the Law was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.