Bill Cracks Down
William Reardon, a steel magnate, dies and leaves a strange will. When his spineless and dandified heir and son returns home from living in Paris, he finds "Tons' Walker, a strong and burly steel worker running the company, per his late-father's will request. He also finds that his father's will specifies the Junior will change his name to Bill Hall and work in the family steel mill for a year under the fake name. Walker's job is to make a man out of the son. The son is not overjoyed by this prospect. Neither is Walker.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1937 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Action, Drama, Romance |
| Director | William Nigh |
| Runtime | 61 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.3/10 (6 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Bill Cracks Down is an acquired taste at 5.3/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
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A classic from 1937. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
Grant Withers
'Tons' Walker
Beatrice Roberts
Susan Bailey
Ranny Weeks
Bill Reardon Jr., aka Bill Hall
Judith Allen
Elaine Witworth
William Newell
Eddie 'Porky' Plunkett
Pierre Watkin
William 'Bill' Reardon Sr.
Roger Williams
Steve, Mill Foreman
Georgia Caine
Mrs. Witworth
Greta Meyer
Hilda
Edgar Norton
Jarvis, the Butler
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