Sergeant Madden (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1939, Sergeant Madden is a drama and crime film directed by Josef von Sternberg, running about 80 minutes. “The Father A Cop . . . The Son A Killer” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A dedicated police officer is torn between family and duty when his son turns to a life of crime.
Who’s in it. Sergeant Madden stars Wallace Beery as Sgt. Shaun Madden, Alan Curtis as Dennis Madden, Tom Brown as Albert Boylan Jr. and Fay Holden as Mary Madden, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Sergeant Madden 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 Sergeant Madden page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sergeant Madden tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sergeant Madden (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sergeant Madden change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sergeant Madden worth watching?
- Sergeant Madden holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Sergeant Madden?
- Sergeant Madden stars Wallace Beery, Alan Curtis, Tom Brown, Fay Holden and Laraine Day.
- When was Sergeant Madden released?
- Sergeant Madden was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.