Public Hero Number 1 (1935)

Cast

• Lionel Barrymore - Dr. Josiah Glass
• Jean Arthur - Maria Theresa 'Terry' O'Reilly
• Chester Morris - Jeff Crane
• Joseph Calleia - Sonny 'Dinkie' Black
• Paul Kelly - Special Agent James Duff
• Lewis Stone - Prison Warden
• Paul Hurst - Rufe Parker
• George E. Stone - Butch
• Sam Baker - Mose Jones
• William Bailey - Federal Agent (uncredited)

Screenplay

• Wells Root (Story)
• J. Walter Ruben (Story)
• Wells Root (Screenplay)

Themes

Brutal Prison Drama, Medical Drama and Hospital

Keywords

gangster, prison escape, doctor, prison riot, getaway, drunkard

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Public Hero Number 1 about?

G-Man Jeff Crane poses as a crook to infiltrate the notorious Purple Gang, a band of hoodlums which preys upon other hoodlums. Orchestrating the jailbreak of the gang's leader, Crane joins him in a Dillinger-like flight across the country.

Who directed Public Hero Number 1?

Public Hero Number 1 was directed by J. Walter Ruben.

Who stars in Public Hero Number 1?

Public Hero Number 1 stars Lionel Barrymore, Jean Arthur, Chester Morris, Joseph Calleia, Paul Kelly, Lewis Stone.

How long is Public Hero Number 1?

Public Hero Number 1 has a runtime of 1h 29m (89 minutes).

What genre is Public Hero Number 1?

Public Hero Number 1 is a Crime, Drama film.

Where was Public Hero Number 1 produced?

Public Hero Number 1 was produced in United States of America.

What are the themes of Public Hero Number 1?

The themes of Public Hero Number 1 include: Brutal Prison Drama, Medical Drama and Hospital.