The Lemon Drop Kid (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1934, The Lemon Drop Kid is a comedy and drama film directed by Marshall Neilan, running about 71 minutes. “"Damon Runyon's The Lemon Drop Kid"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Lemon Drop Kid is a fast-talking racetrack bum who swindles $100 from an old, ailing man. He takes it on the lam with his sidekick, The Professor.
Who’s in it. The Lemon Drop Kid stars Lee Tracy as Wally Brooks aka The Lemon Drop Kid, Helen Mack as Alice Deering, William Frawley as William Dunhill aka The Professor and Minna Gombell as Maizie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Lemon Drop Kid has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lemon Drop Kid page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lemon Drop Kid tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lemon Drop Kid (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lemon Drop Kid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lemon Drop Kid worth watching?
- The Lemon Drop Kid holds an audience score of 5.0 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 The Lemon Drop Kid?
- The Lemon Drop Kid stars Lee Tracy, Helen Mack, William Frawley, Minna Gombell and Baby LeRoy.
- When was The Lemon Drop Kid released?
- The Lemon Drop Kid was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.