Idol of the Crowds (1937): Cast
Idol of the Crowds is a 1937 romantic drama directed by Arthur Lubin, starring John Wayne as Johnny Hanson, Bill Burrud and Wilfred Lucas. It runs 1 hour.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h (60 min)
- Director
- Arthur Lubin
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Universal Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Idol of the Crowds About?
The premise of Idol of the Crowds without spoilers.
Retired hockey star Johnny Hansen comes back to the ice to fund the expansion of his chicken farm, guiding his team to the championship series. His determination fires the team’s resolve. Just before the finals, he rejects a bribe to fix the games. When assassins target him, the attack injures Bobby, the team’s mascot. Screenplay by Les Adams.
Idol of the Crowds Themes & Keywords
· 4 tags- b movie
- money
- woman
- chicken farm
Idol of the Crowds Cast & Characters
John Wayne leads the cast as Johnny Hanson, with Bill Burrud as Bobby (as Billy Burrud) and Wilfred Lucas as Doctor (uncredited). Directed by Arthur Lubin; 18 actors are credited in all.
- Director Arthur Lubin
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John Wayne as Johnny Hanson - Bill Burrud as Bobby (as Billy Burrud)
- Wilfred Lucas as Doctor (uncredited)
- George Lloyd as Spike Regan
Also Starring in Idol of the Crowds
· 14 more- Edward Peil Sr. Det. Sgt. Baker (uncredited)
- Virginia Brissac Mrs. Dale
- Clem Bevans Andy Moore (as Clem Bevins)
- Theodore Lorch Man with Irwin at Bar (uncredited)
- Russell Hopton Kelly
- Sheila Bromley Helen Dale
- Huntley Gordon Harvey Castle
- Charles Brokaw Jack Irwin
- Lee Ford Elmer Hanson
- Hal Neiman Squat Bates
- Lloyd Ford Hank
- Frank Otto Joe Garber
- Jane Johns Peggy
- Wayne Castle Swifty Hanson
More from Arthur Lubin
More films directed by Arthur Lubin: Hold On!, The Incredible Mr. Limpet, Escapade in Japan and The First Traveling Saleslady.
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Idol of the Crowds FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Idol of the Crowds, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Idol of the Crowds?
Idol of the Crowds runs 1 hour (60 minutes).
When was Idol of the Crowds released?
Idol of the Crowds was released on September 30, 1937.
Who directed Idol of the Crowds?
Idol of the Crowds was directed by Arthur Lubin.
More films by Arthur Lubin Who is in the cast of Idol of the Crowds?
Idol of the Crowds stars John Wayne as Johnny Hanson, Bill Burrud as Bobby (as Billy Burrud) and Wilfred Lucas as Doctor (uncredited), among 18 credited actors.
Does Idol of the Crowds have a post-credit scene?
No. Idol of the Crowds has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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