The Strip (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1951, The Strip is a drama and crime film directed by László Kardos, running about 85 minutes. “M-G-M's musical melodrama of the Dancer and the Drummer!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Drummer Stanley Maxton moves to Los Angeles with dreams of opening his own club, but falls in with a gangster and a nightclub dancer and ends up accused of murder.
Who’s in it. The Strip stars Mickey Rooney as Stanley Maxton, Sally Forrest as Jane Tafford, William Demarest as Fluff and James Craig as Delwyn 'Sonny' Johnson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Strip 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 Strip page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Strip tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Strip (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Strip change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Strip worth watching?
- The Strip holds an audience score of 5.7 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 The Strip?
- The Strip stars Mickey Rooney, Sally Forrest, William Demarest, James Craig and Kay Brown.
- When was The Strip released?
- The Strip was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.