Rough, Tough and Ready (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film
Released in 1945, Rough, Tough and Ready is an action, comedy and drama film directed by Del Lord. “The Screen's Newest Fighting Team Brings You A Screenful Of Thrills!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The story is the old bromide about two brawling buddies, duking it out over the same girl, in this case pert Jo Matheson (Jean Rogers). Owen and Brad own a salvage company, but split up over Jo. Both separately sign up for the army, and both are reunited in the Pacific.
Who’s in it. Rough, Tough and Ready stars Chester Morris as Brad Crowder, Victor McLaglen as Owen McCarey, Jean Rogers as Jo Matheson and Veda Ann Borg as Lorine Gray, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rough, Tough and Ready page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rough, Tough and Ready 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 Rough, Tough and Ready (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rough, Tough and Ready change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Rough, Tough and Ready?
- Rough, Tough and Ready stars Chester Morris, Victor McLaglen, Jean Rogers, Veda Ann Borg and Amelita Ward.
- When was Rough, Tough and Ready released?
- Rough, Tough and Ready was released in 1945.