Flowing Gold (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1940, Flowing Gold is a drama, adventure and romance film directed by Alfred E. Green, running about 81 minutes. “This is the story of the gallant, reckless, foolish oil bums through whose hands millions flow, in whose hearts adventure beats!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the American oilfields, a fugitive from justice's destiny is intertwined with the fortunes and the misfortunes of a small oil company that hires him as a roughneck.
Who’s in it. Flowing Gold stars John Garfield as Johnny Blake, Frances Farmer as Linda Chalmers, Pat O’Brien as Ian 'Hap' O'Connor and Raymond Walburn as Ellery Q. 'Wildcat' Chalmers, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Flowing Gold 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 Flowing Gold page.
If you liked it. Fans of Flowing Gold tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Flowing Gold (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Flowing Gold change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Flowing Gold worth watching?
- Flowing Gold holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Flowing Gold?
- Flowing Gold stars John Garfield, Frances Farmer, Pat O’Brien, Raymond Walburn and Cliff Edwards.
- When was Flowing Gold released?
- Flowing Gold was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.