The Leatherneck (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1929, The Leatherneck is a drama and war film directed by Howard Higgin, running about 65 minutes. “How they fought for each other- all for one, one for all!- Don't fail to see this thrilling drama.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A film about male bonding. At the end of WW I, two Americans befriend a simple minded German and win him over into becoming an American. All three are still peacetime officers in the US Marines when an unscrupulous character steals Boyd's girl and his two buddies go off to rescue her. When they don't come back, Boyd goes after them to rescue all. This is all done in flashback from a court martial trial for desertion.
Who’s in it. The Leatherneck stars William Boyd as William Calhoun, Alan Hale as Otto Schmidt, Robert Armstrong as Joseph Hanlon and Fred Kohler as Heckla, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Leatherneck 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 The Leatherneck page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Leatherneck tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Leatherneck (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Leatherneck change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Leatherneck worth watching?
- The Leatherneck holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Leatherneck?
- The Leatherneck stars William Boyd, Alan Hale, Robert Armstrong, Fred Kohler and Diane Ellis.