Song of the Eagle (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film
Released in 1933, Song of the Eagle is a drama and crime film directed by Ralph Murphy, running about 83 minutes. “RACKETEER WAR FLAMES ANEW! Underworld gorillas grab legal beer...stage murderous attempt to win back power and plunder!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This drama centers on the fight for certain post-Prohibitionist groups to gain total control over the liquor industry. Much of the tale is focused upon a family endeavoring to keep their little brewery.
Who’s in it. Song of the Eagle stars Charles Bickford as Joe (Nails) Anderson, Richard Arlen as Bill Hoffman, Mary Brian as Elsa Kranzmeyer and Jean Hersholt as Otto Hoffman, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Song of the Eagle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Song of the Eagle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Song of the Eagle (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Song of the Eagle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Song of the Eagle?
- Song of the Eagle stars Charles Bickford, Richard Arlen, Mary Brian, Jean Hersholt and Louise Dresser.
- When was Song of the Eagle released?
- Song of the Eagle was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.