Smash and Grab (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1937, Smash and Grab is a comedy, thriller and crime film directed by Tim Whelan, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. John Forrest, an insurance investigator with a weakness for model railways, is on the trail of a gang of smash-and-grab thieves targeting Europe's most prestigious jewellers. As the chase leads him to Ireland, Forrest finds he needs help and who better to call upon than his impossibly elegant, highly capable wife, Alice?
Who’s in it. Smash and Grab stars Jack Buchanan as John Forrest, Elsie Randolph as Alice, Arthur Margetson as Malvern and Anthony Holles as Polino, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Smash and Grab 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 Smash and Grab page.
If you liked it. Fans of Smash and Grab tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Smash and Grab (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Smash and Grab change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Smash and Grab worth watching?
- Smash and Grab holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Smash and Grab?
- Smash and Grab stars Jack Buchanan, Elsie Randolph, Arthur Margetson, Anthony Holles and Edmund Willard.
- When was Smash and Grab released?
- Smash and Grab was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.