Big Town Czar (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film
Released in 1939, Big Town Czar is a mystery film directed by Arthur Lubin, running about 66 minutes. “DICTATOR... Of The Sinister Empire Behind The Big City's Bright Lights!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When gangster Phil Daley gets rid of his chief Paul Burgess he has everything that money can buy, except the respect of his parents and his sweetheart Susan Warren. His younger brother Danny quits college and forces Phil to make him part of the gang. The overly-ambitious Danny fixes a prize-fight on which rival gang-leader Mike Luger loses heavily and, thinking that Phil has double-crossed him, sends gunmen out to kill Phil. They kill Danny instead and the frightened Phil flees to a country hideout. His chief lieutenant, Sid Travis, sets a trap for Phil when he returns.
Who’s in it. Big Town Czar stars Barton MacLane as Phil Daley, Tom Brown as Danny Daley, Eve Arden as Susan Warren and Jack La Rue as Mike Luger, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Big Town Czar page.
If you liked it. Fans of Big Town Czar tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Big Town Czar (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Big Town Czar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Big Town Czar?
- Big Town Czar stars Barton MacLane, Tom Brown, Eve Arden, Jack La Rue and Frank Jenks.
- When was Big Town Czar released?
- Big Town Czar was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.