The Re-Inforcer (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5.5

Released in 1951, The Re-Inforcer is a comedy film directed by Jerry Lewis, running about 45 minutes.
What it’s about. A Jerry Lewis home movie remake of Humphrey Bogart's The Enforcer. Joe Lasagna (Dean Martin)'s reign as a mob boss is threatened by new blood Baffo (Tony Curtis).
Who’s in it. The Re-Inforcer stars Dean Martin as Joe Lasagna, Tony Curtis as Baffo, Danny Arnold as FBI Informant and Mona Freeman as Mob Wife, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Re-Inforcer 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 The Re-Inforcer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Re-Inforcer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Re-Inforcer (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Re-Inforcer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Re-Inforcer worth watching?
- The Re-Inforcer holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Re-Inforcer?
- The Re-Inforcer stars Dean Martin, Tony Curtis, Danny Arnold, Mona Freeman and Shelley Winters.
- When was The Re-Inforcer released?
- The Re-Inforcer was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 45 minutes.