Johnny Apollo (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1940, Johnny Apollo is a drama, crime and romance film directed by Henry Hathaway, running about 94 minutes. “Jolting, Dynamic DRAMA!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Wall Street broker Robert Cain, Sr., is jailed for embezzling. His college graduate son Bob then turns to crime to raise money for his father's release. As assistant to mobster Mickey Dwyer, then falls for Dwyer's girl Lucky. He winds up in the same prison as his father.
Who’s in it. Johnny Apollo stars Tyrone Power as Robert Cain Jr. (aka Johnny Apollo), Dorothy Lamour as 'Lucky' Dubarry, Edward Arnold as Robert Cain Sr. and Lloyd Nolan as Mickey Dwyer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Johnny Apollo 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 Johnny Apollo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Johnny Apollo tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Johnny Apollo (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Johnny Apollo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Johnny Apollo worth watching?
- Johnny Apollo holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Johnny Apollo?
- Johnny Apollo stars Tyrone Power, Dorothy Lamour, Edward Arnold, Lloyd Nolan and Charley Grapewin.