Smart Money (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1931, Smart Money is a drama and crime film directed by Alfred E. Green, running about 81 minutes. “Just a small-town barber who became a "big-shot" gambler-riding high and handsome until he went balmy for a blonde!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two brothers' trip to the big city to do a little gambling results in a fateful turn of events.
Who’s in it. Smart Money stars Edward G. Robinson as Nick 'The Barber' Venizelos, James Cagney as Jack, Evalyn Knapp as Irene Graham and Ralf Harolde as Sleepy Sam, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Smart Money has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Smart Money page.
If you liked it. Fans of Smart Money tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Smart Money (1931)?
- In US, Smart Money is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Smart Money worth watching?
- Smart Money holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Smart Money?
- Smart Money stars Edward G. Robinson, James Cagney, Evalyn Knapp, Ralf Harolde and Noel Francis.
- When was Smart Money released?
- Smart Money was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.