Bad Boy

1939·Movie
1h 10min·NR
46
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.6Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

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Bad Boy fingerprint

No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Hopefulness5

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History

  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • World Immersion4
  • Rewatchability2

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Narrative Structure5
  • Intrigue5
  • Direction4

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing5
  • Music Composition5
  • Music Centrality5

Who it's for

AdultsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchBackground Watch

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About

Johnny Fraser leaves his mother in their small home town and sets out for the big city. He obtains a job with a large firm of architects. Steve Carson, a fellow employee, is constantly flaunting the money he has won at the race track. Johnny also bets the races, but loses heavily and takes some of the firm's money to cover his losses.
1930s Crime DramaCautionary TaleMoral MelodramaB-MovieGambling's PerilYouth CorruptionPre-Code Era FeelSocial Problem Film

Crew

Directed by:
Herbert Meyer
Written by:
Richard C. Kahn

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Bad Boy

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Where can I stream Bad Boy legally?

FlixFlingPublic Domain MoviesIndieFlix ShortsTubi TV

Bad Boy is included with a subscription to FlixFling in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Public Domain Movies and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from FlixFling. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Bad Boy worth watching?

46
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Bad Boy rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Bad Boy?

1 h 10 min

Bad Boy runs 1 h 10 min.

What language is Bad Boy in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Bad Boy?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bad Boy in 53 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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