Chicago Syndicate (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1955, Chicago Syndicate is a drama and crime film directed by Fred F. Sears, running about 83 minutes. “Smashing the nation's worst crime ring!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An ex-military accountant is recruited by the FBI to infiltrate the mob in Chicago in an attempt to break open the rackets. To complicate his job, two women stand in his way, each with their own agenda.
Who’s in it. Chicago Syndicate stars Dennis O'Keefe as Barry Amsterdam, Abbe Lane as Connie Peters, Paul Stewart as Arnold 'Arnie' Valent and Allison Hayes as Joyce Kern, alias Sue Morton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Chicago Syndicate has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Chicago Syndicate page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chicago Syndicate tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chicago Syndicate (1955)?
- In US, Chicago Syndicate is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Chicago Syndicate worth watching?
- Chicago Syndicate holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Chicago Syndicate?
- Chicago Syndicate stars Dennis O'Keefe, Abbe Lane, Paul Stewart, Allison Hayes and Xavier Cugat.
- When was Chicago Syndicate released?
- Chicago Syndicate was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.