Racket Busters (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1938, Racket Busters is a drama and crime film directed by Lloyd Bacon, running about 71 minutes. “WARNER BROS' TIME BOMBSHELL!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A trucker with a pregnant wife fights a New York mobster's protection racket.
Who’s in it. Racket Busters stars Humphrey Bogart as John "Czar" Martin, George Brent as Denny Jordan, Gloria Dickson as Nora Jordan and Allen Jenkins as Skeets Wilson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Racket Busters has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Racket Busters page.
If you liked it. Fans of Racket Busters tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Racket Busters (1938)?
- In US, Racket Busters is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Racket Busters worth watching?
- Racket Busters holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Racket Busters?
- Racket Busters stars Humphrey Bogart, George Brent, Gloria Dickson, Allen Jenkins and Walter Abel.
- When was Racket Busters released?
- Racket Busters was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.