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The Gang Buster

"WHIRL-WIND of WISE-CRAX"

January 17, 1931 1h 5m 5.8/10 (5 votes)

Originally released in 1931. The Gang Buster is a comedy/romance film. directed by A. Edward Sutherland. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jack Oakie, Jean Arthur, and Wynne Gibson

Synopsis

Naïve insurance agent 'Cyclone' Case falls in love with Sylvia Martine, whose father has a dispute with gangster Mike Slade. When Sylvia is kidnapped by Slade and his gang, 'Cyclone' decides to save her and wanders straight into a gang war without even realizing it.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 17, 1931 95 years ago
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Runtime 1h 5m 65 minutes total
User Rating 5.8/10 Mixed (5 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Paramount Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Gang Buster about?

Naïve insurance agent 'Cyclone' Case falls in love with Sylvia Martine, whose father has a dispute with gangster Mike Slade. When Sylvia is kidnapped by Slade and his gang, 'Cyclone' decides to sa...

Who directed The Gang Buster?

The Gang Buster was directed by A. Edward Sutherland.

How long is The Gang Buster?

The Gang Buster has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).

When was The Gang Buster released?

The Gang Buster was released on January 17, 1931 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Gang Buster?

The main cast of The Gang Buster includes Jack Oakie, Jean Arthur, Wynne Gibson, William 'Stage' Boyd, Tom Kennedy.