Smashing the Rackets
Originally released in 1938. Smashing the Rackets is a drama/crime film. directed by Lew Landers. At just 69 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Chester Morris, Frances Mercer, and Bruce Cabot
Synopsis
Jim 'Socker' Conway, former boxer and FBI hero, is maneuvered for political reasons into a do-nothing job in the district attorney's office. Meanwhile, he meets wild debutante Letty Lane, girlfriend of mob mouthpiece Steve Lawrence; and Letty's much nicer sister Susan. Now the slot machine gang brutally beats Jim's friends Franz and Otto. And Jim finds a way to use his nominal position to go into the racket- busting business. But his success puts Letty in deadly peril...
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 8, 1938
87 years ago
Runtime
1h 9m
69 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smashing the Rackets about?
Jim 'Socker' Conway, former boxer and FBI hero, is maneuvered for political reasons into a do-nothing job in the district attorney's office. Meanwhile, he meets wild debutante Letty Lane, girlfrien...
Who directed Smashing the Rackets?
Smashing the Rackets was directed by Lew Landers.
How long is Smashing the Rackets?
Smashing the Rackets has a runtime of 1 hours and 9 minutes (69 minutes total).
When was Smashing the Rackets released?
Smashing the Rackets was released on August 8, 1938 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Smashing the Rackets?
The main cast of Smashing the Rackets includes Chester Morris, Frances Mercer, Bruce Cabot, Rita Johnson, Edward Pawley.