Killer McCoy (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1947, Killer McCoy is a drama film directed by Roy Rowland, running about 104 minutes. “His NEW sensational Role!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Tommy McCoy grew up poor and scrappy. As a young man he discovers that he can fight with his powerful right arm. He becomes successful at boxing, however he has an alcoholic father.
Who’s in it. Killer McCoy stars Mickey Rooney as Tommy McCoy / Killer McCoy, Brian Donlevy as Jim Caighn, Ann Blyth as Sheila Carrson and James Dunn as Brian McCoy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Killer McCoy 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 Killer McCoy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Killer McCoy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Killer McCoy (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Killer McCoy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Killer McCoy worth watching?
- Killer McCoy holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Killer McCoy?
- Killer McCoy stars Mickey Rooney, Brian Donlevy, Ann Blyth, James Dunn and Tom Tully.
- When was Killer McCoy released?
- Killer McCoy was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.