Chasing Trouble (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1940, Chasing Trouble is a comedy, drama and mystery film directed by Howard Bretherton, running about 64 minutes. “FRANKIE'S IN TROUBLE AGAIN… and this time it's MURDER!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A delivery boy for a flower shop, who thinks of himself as an amateur detective, finds out that his boss is mixed up with a foreign espionage ring.
Who’s in it. Chasing Trouble stars Frankie Darro as Jimmy O'Brien, Marjorie Reynolds as Susie Carey, Mantan Moreland as Thomas H. Jefferson and Milburn Stone as Pat Callahan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Chasing Trouble has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Chasing Trouble page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chasing Trouble tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chasing Trouble (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chasing Trouble change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chasing Trouble worth watching?
- Chasing Trouble holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Chasing Trouble?
- Chasing Trouble stars Frankie Darro, Marjorie Reynolds, Mantan Moreland, Milburn Stone and I. Stanford Jolley.
- When was Chasing Trouble released?
- Chasing Trouble was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.