Crime School
"They'll steal your heart again as they turn against the system that tries to make them killers!"
Originally released in 1938. Crime School is a crime/drama film. directed by Lewis Seiler. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Humphrey Bogart, Gale Page, and Billy Halop
Synopsis
In the slums, teenager Frankie Warren hangs out with a rowdy gang who one day knock him out in a fight. In court, the boys refuse to reveal who struck the knockout blow, and all are subsequently sentenced to a reformatory, cruelly run by two corrupt guards. New deputy commissioner Mark Braden arrives determined to change things, but despite the help of Frankie's sister, Mark's reform plans -- and Frankie's future -- may be sabotaged from within.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 10, 1938
87 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (21 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Humphrey Bogart
as Mark Braden
Gale Page
as Sue Warren
Billy Halop
as Frank 'Frankie' Warren
Bobby Jordan
as Lester 'Squirt' Smith
Huntz Hall
as Richard 'Goofy' Slade
Leo Gorcey
as Charles 'Spike' Hawkins
Bernard Punsly
as George "Fats" Papadopolous
Gabriel Dell
as Timothy "Bugs" Burke
George Offerman, Jr.
as Red
Weldon Heyburn
as Cooper
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crime School about?
In the slums, teenager Frankie Warren hangs out with a rowdy gang who one day knock him out in a fight. In court, the boys refuse to reveal who struck the knockout blow, and all are subsequently se...
Who directed Crime School?
Crime School was directed by Lewis Seiler.
How long is Crime School?
Crime School has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Crime School released?
Crime School was released on May 10, 1938 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Crime School?
The main cast of Crime School includes Humphrey Bogart, Gale Page, Billy Halop, Bobby Jordan, Huntz Hall.