The Good Old Soak (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film
Released in 1937, The Good Old Soak is a drama film directed by J. Walter Ruben, running about 67 minutes. “A New High In Hilarity . . . when the year's premiere fun-cast goes to town !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A small town drunk beats a teetotal banker guilty of a shady transaction.
Who’s in it. The Good Old Soak stars Wallace Beery as Clem Hawley, Una Merkel as Nellie, Eric Linden as Clemmie Hawley and Judith Barrett as Ina Heath, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Good Old Soak page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Good Old Soak tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Good Old Soak (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Good Old Soak change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Good Old Soak?
- The Good Old Soak stars Wallace Beery, Una Merkel, Eric Linden, Judith Barrett and Betty Furness.
- When was The Good Old Soak released?
- The Good Old Soak was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.