Johnny Come Lately (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1943, Johnny Come Lately is a drama film directed by William K. Howard, running about 97 minutes. “A Story of a Wanderer Who Stops His Travels Long Enough to Help A Kindly Old Woman in Distress” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Cagney is a human dynamo as a drifter who helps save ailing Grace George from losing her newspaper. The pace is fast, and audiences of all ages will be pleased. The supporting cast, have all the small-town characterizations down pat -- with Margaret Hamilton a standout. Cagney himself, had genuine affection for this film, and listed it among his top five movie-making experiences at a retrospective the year before he died.
Who’s in it. Johnny Come Lately stars James Cagney as Tom Richards, Grace George as Vinnie McLeod, Marjorie Main as 'Gashouse' Mary and Marjorie Lord as Jane, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Johnny Come Lately has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Johnny Come Lately page.
If you liked it. Fans of Johnny Come Lately tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Johnny Come Lately (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Johnny Come Lately change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Johnny Come Lately worth watching?
- Johnny Come Lately holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Johnny Come Lately?
- Johnny Come Lately stars James Cagney, Grace George, Marjorie Main, Marjorie Lord and Hattie McDaniel.