Bullets or Ballots (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1936, Bullets or Ballots is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by William Keighley, running about 82 minutes. “WHO Rules The Rackets ? This picture puts the finger on the political higher-ups!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After Police Captain Dan McLaren becomes police commissioner, former detective Johnny Blake publicly punches him, convincing rackets boss Al Kruger that Blake is sincere in his effort to join the mob. "Bugs" Fenner, meanwhile, is certain that Blake is a police agent.
Who’s in it. Bullets or Ballots stars Edward G. Robinson as Johnny Blake, Joan Blondell as Lee Morgan, Barton MacLane as Al Kruger and Humphrey Bogart as Bugs Fenner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Bullets or Ballots has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bullets or Ballots page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bullets or Ballots tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bullets or Ballots (1936)?
- In US, Bullets or Ballots is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Bullets or Ballots worth watching?
- Bullets or Ballots holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bullets or Ballots?
- Bullets or Ballots stars Edward G. Robinson, Joan Blondell, Barton MacLane, Humphrey Bogart and Frank McHugh.
- When was Bullets or Ballots released?
- Bullets or Ballots was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.