Strong Boy (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film
Released in 1929, Strong Boy is a comedy and drama film directed by John Ford, running about 62 minutes. “LOVE makes a Baggage-smasher move heaven and earth!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. "Strong Boy" is offered a promotion for saving a child from being crushed by a trunk, but to the frustration of his girlfriend Mary, he is not ambitious enough to take a white-collar position. But when he thwarts an attempted train robbery and saves the Queen of Lisonia's jewels, he is viewed as a hero and Mary finally agrees to marry him.
Who’s in it. Strong Boy stars Victor McLaglen as Strong Boy, Leatrice Joy as Mary McGregor, J. Farrell MacDonald as Angus McGregor and Clyde Cook as Pete, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Strong Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Strong Boy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Strong Boy (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Strong Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Strong Boy?
- Strong Boy stars Victor McLaglen, Leatrice Joy, J. Farrell MacDonald, Clyde Cook and Buddy Roosevelt.
- When was Strong Boy released?
- Strong Boy was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.