Portrait of a Mobster (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film
Released in 1961, Portrait of a Mobster is a drama and crime film directed by Joseph Pevney, running about 108 minutes. “The screen puts on brass knuckles and a bulletproof vest to tell the Dutch Schultz story all the way!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A vicious hood rises to the top of the rackets in Depression-era New York in this account of the life of Dutch Schultz.
Who’s in it. Portrait of a Mobster stars Vic Morrow as Dutch Schultz, Leslie Parrish as Iris Murphy, Peter Breck as Frank Brennan and Robert McQueeney as Michael Ferris, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Portrait of a Mobster page.
If you liked it. Fans of Portrait of a Mobster tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Portrait of a Mobster (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Portrait of a Mobster change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Portrait of a Mobster?
- Portrait of a Mobster stars Vic Morrow, Leslie Parrish, Peter Breck, Robert McQueeney and Ken Lynch.
- When was Portrait of a Mobster released?
- Portrait of a Mobster was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.