Powder Town (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1942, Powder Town is a comedy and drama film directed by Rowland V. Lee, running about 79 minutes. “DRAMA... with the drive of a demolition bomb!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Director Rowland V. Lee's wacky 1942 comedy, about an absent-minded scientist working on a secret formula at an explosives plant, stars Edmond O'Brien, Victor McLaglen, Dorothy Lovett, June Havoc, Eddie Foy Jr., Marion Martin and Mary Gordon.
Who’s in it. Powder Town stars Victor McLaglen as Jeems O'Shea, Edmond O'Brien as J. Quincy 'Penji' Pennant, June Havoc as Dolly Smythe and Dorothy Lovett as Sally Dean, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Powder Town has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Powder Town page.
If you liked it. Fans of Powder Town tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Powder Town (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Powder Town change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Powder Town worth watching?
- Powder Town holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Powder Town?
- Powder Town stars Victor McLaglen, Edmond O'Brien, June Havoc, Dorothy Lovett and Eddie Foy Jr..
- When was Powder Town released?
- Powder Town was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.