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Money to Loan (1939): cast, story & where to watch

1939 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1939, Money to Loan is a drama and crime film directed by Joseph M. Newman, running about 20 minutes.

What it’s about. The MGM crime reporter introduces Norman Kennedy, District Attorney of a large city, he who talks about the general want for money, and the extraordinary lengths some will go to to get it. The loan sharking business has that want for money on both sides. He tells the story of one such loan shark, Stephen Hanley, who tried to pass his company off as a legitimate loan business, but who charged exorbitant rates, and used extortion and fraud to get out of his customers even more than what they may have owed on paper.

Who’s in it. Money to Loan stars Alan Dinehart as Stephen Hanley, Paul Guilfoyle as Hanley's Assistant, John Butler as Joe Mello and Addison Richards as District Attorney Norman Kennedy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Money to Loan 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 Money to Loan page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Money to Loan (1939)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Money to Loan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Money to Loan worth watching?
Money to Loan holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Money to Loan?
Money to Loan stars Alan Dinehart, Paul Guilfoyle, John Butler, Addison Richards and Tom Collins.
When was Money to Loan released?
Money to Loan was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.