The Big Shakedown
"A New Type of Racket Exposed! In This Thrilling Underworld Drama"
Originally released in 1934. The Big Shakedown is a drama/crime film. directed by John Francis Dillon. At just 61 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charles Farrell, Bette Davis, and Ricardo Cortez
Synopsis
Former bootlegger Dutch Barnes pressures neighborhood druggist Jimmy Morrell into making cut-rate knockoff toiletry, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical products.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 6, 1934
92 years ago
Runtime
1h 1m
61 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (14 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- First National Pictures
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Big Shakedown about?
Former bootlegger Dutch Barnes pressures neighborhood druggist Jimmy Morrell into making cut-rate knockoff toiletry, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical products.
Who directed The Big Shakedown?
The Big Shakedown was directed by John Francis Dillon.
How long is The Big Shakedown?
The Big Shakedown has a runtime of 1 hours and 1 minutes (61 minutes total).
When was The Big Shakedown released?
The Big Shakedown was released on January 6, 1934 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Big Shakedown?
The main cast of The Big Shakedown includes Charles Farrell, Bette Davis, Ricardo Cortez, Glenda Farrell, Allen Jenkins.