Tough Guy (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1936, Tough Guy is an action, drama and crime film directed by Chester M. Franklin, running about 76 minutes. “"You've heard too much, youngster. From now on you're sticking close to me."” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An unhappy child, accompanied by his dog, runs away from home and is befriended by a gangster on the lam.
Who’s in it. Tough Guy stars Jackie Cooper as Frederick Martindale Vincent III, Joseph Calleia as Joe Calerno, Rin Tin Tin Jr. as Duke and Harvey Stephens as Chief Davison, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Tough Guy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tough Guy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tough Guy tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tough Guy (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tough Guy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tough Guy worth watching?
- Tough Guy holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tough Guy?
- Tough Guy stars Jackie Cooper, Joseph Calleia, Rin Tin Tin Jr., Harvey Stephens and Jean Hersholt.
- When was Tough Guy released?
- Tough Guy was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.