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Johnny Eager

1941·Movie·NR·107 min·6.2(50)

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A charming racketeer seduces the DA's stepdaughter for revenge, then falls in love.

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About Johnny Eager

Johnny Eager is a 1941 English-language crime and drama film directed by Mervyn LeRoy. The cast is led by Robert Taylor, Lana Turner, Edward Arnold. It has a runtime of 1h 47m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 100 ratings.

Johnny Eager was produced by Loew's Incorporated and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and made in United States of America. It was released on December 9, 1941, and carries a NR certification.

Director
Mervyn LeRoy
Writers
James Edward Grant, John Lee Mahin
Release date
December 9, 1941
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Loew's Incorporated, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
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Johnny Eager cast & crew

Johnny Eager was directed by Mervyn LeRoy and written by James Edward Grant and John Lee Mahin.

The cast features Robert Taylor as Johnny Eager, Lana Turner as Lisbeth Bard, Edward Arnold as John Benson Farrell, Van Heflin as Jeff Hartnett, Robert Sterling as Jimmy Courtney, and Patricia Dane as Garnet.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Bronislau Kaper, cinematography is by Harold Rosson, and it was produced by John W. Considine Jr. and Mervyn LeRoy.

Is Johnny Eager worth watching?

Johnny Eager holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 50 ratings, a solidly received crime films.

At 1h 47m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy crime and drama, Johnny Eager is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Johnny Eager

Robert Taylor

Robert Taylor

Johnny Eager

Lana Turner

Lana Turner

Lisbeth Bard

Edward Arnold

Edward Arnold

John Benson Farrell

Van Heflin

Van Heflin

Jeff Hartnett

Robert Sterling

Robert Sterling

Jimmy Courtney

Patricia Dane

Patricia Dane

Garnet

Glenda Farrell

Glenda Farrell

Mae Blythe

Henry O'Neill

Henry O'Neill

Mr. Verne

Diana Lewis

Diana Lewis

Judy Sanford

Barry Nelson

Barry Nelson

Lew Rankin

Charles Dingle

Charles Dingle

Marco

Paul Stewart

Paul Stewart

Julio

Johnny Eager — FAQs

Where can I watch Johnny Eager in United States?

Johnny Eager is not currently available on major streaming services in United States. Availability changes often — check back soon.

What language is Johnny Eager in?

Johnny Eager is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Spanish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Johnny Eager?

Johnny Eager runs 1 hours 47 minutes (107 minutes).

What is Johnny Eager rated?

Johnny Eager is rated NR. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 50 ratings.

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