Johnny Trouble (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1957, Johnny Trouble is a drama film directed by John H. Auer, running about 80 minutes. “Her Love Made It So...There Was No Such Thing As A Bad Boy” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An elderly woman becomes convinced that a trouble-making college student is her grandson she's never met.
Who’s in it. Johnny Trouble stars Ethel Barrymore as Katherine Chandler, Stuart Whitman as Johnny Chandler, Cecil Kellaway as Tom McKay and Carolyn Jones as Julie Horton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Johnny Trouble 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 Johnny Trouble page.
If you liked it. Fans of Johnny Trouble tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Johnny Trouble (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Johnny Trouble change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Johnny Trouble worth watching?
- Johnny Trouble holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Johnny Trouble?
- Johnny Trouble stars Ethel Barrymore, Stuart Whitman, Cecil Kellaway, Carolyn Jones and Jesse White.
- When was Johnny Trouble released?
- Johnny Trouble was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.
