Where can I watch Officer O'Brien (1930)?

Streaming, rental and purchase options for Officer O'Brien change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.

Is Officer O'Brien worth watching?

Officer O'Brien 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 Officer O'Brien?

Officer O'Brien stars William Boyd, Ernest Torrence, Dorothy Sebastian, Russell Gleason and Clyde Cook.

When was Officer O'Brien released?

Officer O'Brien was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.

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Officer O'Brien (1930): cast, story & where to watch

1930 · Film · ★ 4

Released in 1930, Officer O'Brien is a drama and crime film directed by Tay Garnett, running about 72 minutes.

What it’s about. Bill O'Brien is promoted to lieutenant in the police department for his arrest of Mike Patello, gang leader and racketeer, for murder. Ruth Dale, who loves Bill, is concerned when her brother, Johnny, who witnessed the murder, proposes to testify against the racketeer. Meanwhile, Captain Antrim informs Bill that his father has just been released from prison and does not know his son is a policeman. On the way from prison, O'Brien (J. P.) meets Limo, a former cockney pal who recognizes Bill and keeps J. P. from seeing his son; later, J. P. arrives intoxicated and is enraged, forcing Bill to knock him unconscious. J. P. is arrested for robbery but returns the loot to save his son from disgrace; Johnny is killed before testifying against Patello, who is released but confronted by J. P., who proves his guilt and, when he struggles with the police, kills him. Bill plans to resign, but confident of Ruth's love, he decides to remain on the force.

Who’s in it. Officer O'Brien stars William Boyd as Bill O'Brien, Ernest Torrence as John Patrick O'Brien, Dorothy Sebastian as Ruth Dale and Russell Gleason as Johnny Dale, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Officer O'Brien has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Officer O'Brien page.

If you liked it. Fans of Officer O'Brien tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

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Where can I watch Officer O'Brien (1930)?: Streaming, rental and purchase options for Officer O'Brien change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Officer O'Brien worth watching?: Officer O'Brien 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 Officer O'Brien?: Officer O'Brien stars William Boyd, Ernest Torrence, Dorothy Sebastian, Russell Gleason and Clyde Cook.
When was Officer O'Brien released?: Officer O'Brien was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.