The Ruling Voice (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1931, The Ruling Voice is a drama, crime and romance film directed by Rowland V. Lee, running about 76 minutes. “MIGHTY! POWERFUL! RULER OF MEN. A Voice in the Dark. Who?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A mob boss has a change of heart when his daughter convinces him to move on from crime.
Who’s in it. The Ruling Voice stars Walter Huston as Jack Bannister, Loretta Young as Gloria Bannister, Dudley Digges as Abner Sneed and David Manners as Dick Cheney, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Ruling Voice 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 Ruling Voice page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ruling Voice tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ruling Voice (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ruling Voice change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ruling Voice worth watching?
- The Ruling Voice holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ruling Voice?
- The Ruling Voice stars Walter Huston, Loretta Young, Dudley Digges, David Manners and Doris Kenyon.
- When was The Ruling Voice released?
- The Ruling Voice was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.