Golden Gloves (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1940, Golden Gloves is a drama and crime film directed by Edward Dmytryk, running about 66 minutes. “HE WAS A CHAMP TO HIS KID BROTHER!,,,but, oh, what a sucker for a straight left to the HEART!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An amateur boxer's girlfriend inspires him to face a ring pro entered by a gangster.
Who’s in it. Golden Gloves stars Richard Denning as Bill Crane, Jeanne Cagney as Mary Parker, J. Carrol Naish as Joe Taggerty and Robert Paige as Wally Matson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Golden Gloves has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Golden Gloves page.
If you liked it. Fans of Golden Gloves tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Golden Gloves (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Golden Gloves change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Golden Gloves worth watching?
- Golden Gloves holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Golden Gloves?
- Golden Gloves stars Richard Denning, Jeanne Cagney, J. Carrol Naish, Robert Paige and William Frawley.
- When was Golden Gloves released?
- Golden Gloves was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.