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Public Hero Number 1
🎬 Movie

Public Hero Number 1

1935 · 89 min Crime Drama
6.1 / 10 · TMDB

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.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

Public Hero Number 1 has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.1/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1935. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

Lionel Barrymore

Lionel Barrymore

Dr. Josiah Glass

Jean Arthur

Jean Arthur

Maria Theresa 'Terry' O'Reilly

Chester Morris

Chester Morris

Jeff Crane

Joseph Calleia

Joseph Calleia

Sonny 'Dinkie' Black

Paul Kelly

Paul Kelly

Special Agent James Duff

Lewis Stone

Lewis Stone

Prison Warden

Paul Hurst

Paul Hurst

Rufe Parker

George E. Stone

George E. Stone

Butch

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Sam Baker

Mose Jones

William Bailey

William Bailey

Federal Agent (uncredited)

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