Brother Orchid
1940, English. Directed by Lloyd Bacon.
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When retired racket boss John Sarto tries to reclaim his place and former friends try to kill him, he finds solace in a monastery and reinvents himself as a pious monk.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Brother Orchid
Brother Orchid isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Lloyd BaconDirector
- Edward G. RobinsonLittle John T. 'Johnny' Sarto
- Ann SothernFlorence 'Flo' Addams
- Humphrey BogartJack Buck
- Donald CrispBrother Superior
- Ralph BellamyClarence P. Fletcher
- Allen JenkinsWillie 'The Knife' Corson
- Charles D. BrownBrother Wren
- Cecil KellawayBrother Goodwin
- Morgan ConwayPhiladelphia Powell
- Richard LaneMugsy O'Day
- Paul GuilfoyleRed Martin
- John RidgelyTexas Pearson
Details
- Released
- 7 June 1940
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Richard Connell, Richard Macaulay, Jerry Wald
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Brother Orchid: quick answers
Is Brother Orchid worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Brother Orchid?
Brother Orchid runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does Brother Orchid have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Brother Orchid. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Brother Orchid parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Brother Orchid is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Brother Orchid on?
Brother Orchid isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Brother Orchid?
If you liked Brother Orchid, try The Wild One, Fallen Angel, Macao.
Who directed Brother Orchid?
Brother Orchid (1940) was directed by Lloyd Bacon and stars Edward G. Robinson, Ann Sothern, Humphrey Bogart.