Silk Hat Kid (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1935, Silk Hat Kid is a crime film directed by H. Bruce Humberstone, running about 68 minutes. “HE WAS A TOUGH GUY...'till he fell in love!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Eddie Howard, a fast-thinking, two-fisted bodyguard, is hired by nightclub-owner Tim Martin to protect him from chiseling gangsters operating an extortion-racket. But Eddie meets and falls in love with Laura Grant, Tim's sweetheart, and complications quickly arise.
Who’s in it. Silk Hat Kid stars Lew Ayres as Eddie Howard, Mae Clarke as Laura Grant, Paul Kelly as Tim Martin and Warren Hymer as Misty, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Silk Hat Kid 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 Silk Hat Kid page.
If you liked it. Fans of Silk Hat Kid tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Silk Hat Kid (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Silk Hat Kid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Silk Hat Kid worth watching?
- Silk Hat Kid holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Silk Hat Kid?
- Silk Hat Kid stars Lew Ayres, Mae Clarke, Paul Kelly, Warren Hymer and Ralf Harolde.