The Gang Buster (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1931, The Gang Buster is a comedy, crime and romance film directed by A. Edward Sutherland, running about 65 minutes. “WHIRL-WIND of WISE-CRAX” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Naïve insurance agent 'Cyclone' Case falls in love with Sylvia Martine, whose father has a dispute with gangster Mike Slade. When Sylvia is kidnapped by Slade and his gang, 'Cyclone' decides to save her and wanders straight into a gang war without even realizing it.
Who’s in it. The Gang Buster stars Jack Oakie as Charlie Case, Jean Arthur as Sylvia Martine, Wynne Gibson as Zella Cameron and William 'Stage' Boyd as 'Sudden Mike' Slade, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Gang Buster 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 The Gang Buster page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gang Buster tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gang Buster (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gang Buster change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Gang Buster worth watching?
- The Gang Buster holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Gang Buster?
- The Gang Buster stars Jack Oakie, Jean Arthur, Wynne Gibson, William 'Stage' Boyd and Tom Kennedy.
- When was The Gang Buster released?
- The Gang Buster was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.