Unholy Partners (1941): cast, story & where to watch

1941 · Film · ★ 7

Unholy Partners poster

Released in 1941, Unholy Partners is a drama, crime and romance film directed by Mervyn LeRoy, running about 94 minutes. “Mad Manhattan in the Sin Decade” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A crusading newsman starts up a tabloid with a gangster as his 50-50 partner.

Who’s in it. Unholy Partners stars Edward G. Robinson as Bruce Corey, Edward Arnold as Merrill Lambert, Laraine Day as Miss 'Croney' Cronin and Marsha Hunt as Gail Fenton, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Unholy Partners has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Unholy Partners page.

If you liked it. Fans of Unholy Partners tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Unholy Partners (1941)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Unholy Partners change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Unholy Partners worth watching?
Unholy Partners holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Unholy Partners?
Unholy Partners stars Edward G. Robinson, Edward Arnold, Laraine Day, Marsha Hunt and William T. Orr.
When was Unholy Partners released?
Unholy Partners was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.