Gangs of Chicago (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1940, Gangs of Chicago is a drama and crime film directed by Arthur Lubin, running about 66 minutes. “WHICH IS GUILTIER?...the defendant or the mouthpiece who knows that his client is guilty?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A criminal uses his knowledge of the law for his not-very-legal purposes, betraying friends along the way.
Who’s in it. Gangs of Chicago stars Lloyd Nolan as Matthew J. 'Matty' Burns, Barton MacLane as Jim Ramsey, Lola Lane as June Whitaker and Ray Middleton as Bill Whitaker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Gangs of Chicago has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gangs of Chicago page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gangs of Chicago tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gangs of Chicago (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gangs of Chicago change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Gangs of Chicago worth watching?
- Gangs of Chicago 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 Gangs of Chicago?
- Gangs of Chicago stars Lloyd Nolan, Barton MacLane, Lola Lane, Ray Middleton and Astrid Allwyn.
- When was Gangs of Chicago released?
- Gangs of Chicago was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.