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Mob Town (2019): Cast, Ratings & Plot

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Mob Town is a 2019 crime drama starring Robert Davi as Vito Genovese, David Arquette and Danny A. Abeckaser. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes. Critics gave it 28 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.7/10.

IMDb rating
4.7/10
Echo Score
35
Metascore
28
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Mob Town (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Genres
Drama , Crime
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Mob Town About?

The premise of Mob Town without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

During the turbulent 1950s, an FBI agent and a local police officer forge an uneasy partnership to penetrate a clandestine meeting of powerful crime families in upstate New York. As rival factions gather for a crucial summit, tensions escalate and loyalties are questioned in this gripping drama exploring themes of power, betrayal, and the dangerous world of organized crime.

Mob Town Themes & Keywords

· 39 tags
  • mob
  • gun
  • shooting
  • the mob
  • mafia
  • american mafia
  • cosa nostra
  • crime family
  • mob family
  • crime syndicate
  • criminal organization
  • organized crime
+27 more
  • underworld
  • criminal underworld
  • gangland
  • mob summit
  • apalachin meeting
  • gangster
  • mobster
  • american gangster
  • american mobster
  • italian gangster
  • italian american
  • mafiosi
  • mafioso
  • crime boss
  • mob boss
  • mafia boss
  • mafia don
  • carmine galante
  • vito genovese
  • vincent gigante
  • joe gallo
  • albert anastasia
  • frank costello
  • gangster film
  • vito genovese character
  • frank costello character
  • 1950s
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Cast & crew

Mob Town Cast & Characters

Robert Davi leads the cast as Vito Genovese, with David Arquette as Sgt. Ed Croswell and Danny A. Abeckaser as Joe Barbara.

Also Starring in Mob Town

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Ratings

Mob Town Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Mob Town 28 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.7/10. Our Echo Score gives it 35/100, strongest in character & emotion (50) and weakest in story & flow (20).

35 /100

Mob Town Echo Score Breakdown

Mob Town struggles to deliver a cohesive cinematic experience, with uneven direction and sluggish pacing undermining its potential. The historical premise and cast’s efforts are overshadowed by a lack of narrative tension and uninspired execution. While occasional moments of visual interest emerge, they are too sporadic to overcome the film’s broader flaws. Overall, Mob Town feels like a modestly ambitious project that fails to engage on a consistent basis.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 45

    In terms of Art & Craft, the direction and visual cohesion are inconsistent, with certain sequences exhibiting measured framing while others feel hastily composed. The production design conveys period detail in spots but often appears under-resourced. Editing choices contribute to a disjointed rhythm that accentuates narrative lulls. Overall, the film’s visual craftsmanship demonstrates occasional competence but remains uneven across its runtime.

  • Character & Emotion 50

    When it comes to Character & Emotion, the ensemble delivers serviceable performances, particularly from the leads who maintain a steady presence. However, character depth is limited by perfunctory backstories and shallow motivations. Emotional resonance falls short due to brief interactions that lack sustained chemistry. In summary, the cast provides adequate work, but constrained character development prevents a more compelling connection.

  • Story & Flow 20

    Regarding Story & Flow, the narrative coherence is undermined by lethargic pacing and a sporadic tonal blend that oscillates between drama and unintentional levity. Plot progression is hampered by extraneous subplots that fail to generate suspense or meaningful engagement. The historical framework is familiar yet underexplored, resulting in minimal originality. Ultimately, the story feels protracted and lacks compelling momentum.

  • Sensory Experience 40

    In terms of Sensory Experience, the soundtrack leans on stereotypical motifs that offer little distinctiveness, and sound design remains functional rather than immersive. The visual style occasionally benefits from archival-inspired color pops, but overall lighting and composition feel constrained by budgetary limits. Cohesion between audio and imagery is uneven, yielding moments of interest interspersed with generic, television-like presentation.

  • Rewatch Factor 30

    When evaluating Rewatch Factor, the film’s subdued tension and limited dramatic stakes reduce its replay potential. While certain era-specific details and cast moments may hold mild curiosity on subsequent viewings, the lack of sustained engagement diminishes lasting appeal. As a result, Mob Town offers scant incentive for repeated viewings beyond initial historical interest.

Plot

Mob Town Plot Summary

What happens in Mob Town from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

On November 14, 1957, more than 100 of the United States’ most notorious organized-crime figures gathered in Apalachin, New York, for a historic meeting orchestrated by Vito Genovese. Genovese, who had already sidelined two major rivals, Frank Costello and Albert Anastasia, sought to consolidate power and declare himself Capo dei Capi, the boss of bosses.

In the quiet upstate town, Sgt. Ed Croswell, a 40-year-old divorced state trooper living at the station, begins to notice odd patterns: unusual visitors, late-night activity, and a sense that something big is unfolding. A semi-retired mobster named Joe Barbara, nicknamed “Joe the Barber,” had recently bought a bottling plant and a 53-acre estate just outside town.

Full summary

The whole story of Mob Town, scene by scene

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Videos

Mob Town Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Mob Town.

Mob Town Official Trailer (2019)
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Mob Town?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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In which New York town did the historic organized-crime summit take place in 1957?

Cars

Cars in Mob Town

42 cars on screen, including the 1952 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special and the 1952 Dodge Meadowbrook.

All 42 cars
  • 1952 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special in Mob Town 1952 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special Main role
  • 1952 Dodge Meadowbrook in Mob Town 1952 Dodge Meadowbrook Main role
  • 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air in Mob Town 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Important role
  • 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air in Mob Town 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Important role

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FAQ

Mob Town FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Mob Town, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Mob Town?

Mob Town runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was Mob Town released?

Mob Town was released on December 13, 2019.

Who is in the cast of Mob Town?

Mob Town stars Robert Davi as Vito Genovese, David Arquette as Sgt. Ed Croswell and Danny A. Abeckaser as Joe Barbara, among 10 credited actors.

How is Mob Town rated?

Mob Town has 4.7/10 on IMDb, 28 on Metacritic, 65% on TMDB and 2.6/5 on Movie Insider.

Does Mob Town have a post-credit scene?

No. Mob Town has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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