The Racketeer

1929·Movie
1h 6min·G
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.3Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

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The Racketeer fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Fast-paced and violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Violence7
  • Tension6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Nostalgia6
  • Romance5
  • Melancholy5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor4
  • Situational Comedy2

World

History and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

DOUBLE-CROSSING MEN...DOUBLE-DEALING WOMEN...THRILLS AND SUSPENSE!

A dapper gangster sponsors an alcoholic violinist in order to win the love of a glamorous divorced socialite.
Early Crime FilmGangster EraMoral AmbiguitySocial ClimbingRomantic EntanglementsProhibition EraStylish VisualsCynical Tone

Crew

Directed by:
Howard Higgin, George Webster
Written by:
Paul Gangelin
Produced by:
Harry Poppe, Ralph Block

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Racketeer

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Where can I stream The Racketeer legally?

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The Racketeer is included with a subscription to fuboTV, MGM+, and FlixFling in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on JustWatch TV, Public Domain Movies, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and FlixFling. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Racketeer worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Racketeer rated?

GViolenceStrong language

It's rated G in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is The Racketeer?

1 h 6 min

The Racketeer runs 1 h 6 min.

What language is The Racketeer in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Racketeer?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Racketeer in 138 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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