Shakedown (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film
Released in 1936, Shakedown is an action, drama and crime film directed by David Selman, running about 55 minutes.
What it’s about. A struggling young engineer, Bob Sanderson, refuses to marry the very-rich Edith Stuart until he can support her on his own earnings. He goes to work for her father as a messenger in the telegraph business, and, via his engineering skills, discovers a plot to kidnap Edith.
Who’s in it. Shakedown stars Lew Ayres as Bob Sanderson, Joan Perry as Edith Stuart, Thurston Hall as T. Gregory Stuart and Victor Kilian as Caretaker, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shakedown page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shakedown 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 Shakedown (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shakedown change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Shakedown?
- Shakedown stars Lew Ayres, Joan Perry, Thurston Hall, Victor Kilian and Henry Mollison.
- When was Shakedown released?
- Shakedown was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 55 minutes.