Soak the Poor (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1937, Soak the Poor is a crime film directed by Harold S. Bucquet, running about 16 minutes.
What it’s about. This entry in MGM's "Crime Does Not Pay" series deals with racketeers shaking down small grocers and horning in on the relief tickets, forcing prices up with the consumers paying the freight.
Who’s in it. Soak the Poor stars Leslie Fenton as Nick Garvey, Leon Ames as Special Investigator Stanton, George Chandler as Briggs (uncredited) and Byron Foulger as Grocer (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Soak the Poor has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Soak the Poor page.
If you liked it. Fans of Soak the Poor tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Soak the Poor (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Soak the Poor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Soak the Poor worth watching?
- Soak the Poor holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Soak the Poor?
- Soak the Poor stars Leslie Fenton, Leon Ames, George Chandler, Byron Foulger and Carl Stockdale.
- When was Soak the Poor released?
- Soak the Poor was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 16 minutes.