Public Enemies (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1996, Public Enemies is a drama and crime film directed by Mark L. Lester, running about 95 minutes. “No one could stop them.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ma Barker and her sons rob banks, shoot people and wind up at the top of the FBI's Most Wanted list in the 1930s.
Who’s in it. Public Enemies stars Theresa Russell as Kate Barker, Eric Roberts as Arthur Dunlop, Alyssa Milano as Amaryllis and James Marsden as Doc Barker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Public Enemies has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Public Enemies page.
If you liked it. Fans of Public Enemies tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Public Enemies (1996)?
- In US, Public Enemies is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Public Enemies worth watching?
- Public Enemies holds an audience score of 4.0 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 Public Enemies?
- Public Enemies stars Theresa Russell, Eric Roberts, Alyssa Milano, James Marsden and Richard Eden.
- When was Public Enemies released?
- Public Enemies was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.