Wrecking Crew (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1942, Wrecking Crew is an action and drama film directed by Frank McDonald, running about 73 minutes. “THRILLS! CHILLS!...HIGH OVER A CITY'S ROOFTOPS!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Follows a crew as they work under a deadline set by their boss to complete the demolition of a building. Touches on the lives of several of the crew in their lives away from the job and shows rhe comraderie of the crew in their work and even away from work.
Who’s in it. Wrecking Crew stars Richard Arlen as Matt Carney, Chester Morris as Duke Mason, Jean Parker as Peggy Starr and Joe Sawyer as Fred Bunce, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Wrecking Crew has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wrecking Crew page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wrecking Crew tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wrecking Crew (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wrecking Crew change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wrecking Crew worth watching?
- Wrecking Crew holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wrecking Crew?
- Wrecking Crew stars Richard Arlen, Chester Morris, Jean Parker, Joe Sawyer and Esther Dale.
- When was Wrecking Crew released?
- Wrecking Crew was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.