Bullets or Ballots
1936, English. Directed by William Keighley.
WHO Rules The Rackets ? This picture puts the finger on the political higher-ups!
After Police Captain Dan McLaren becomes police commissioner, former detective Johnny Blake publicly punches him, convincing rackets boss Al Kruger that Blake is sincere in his effort to join the mob. "Bugs" Fenner, meanwhile, is certain that Blake is a police agent.
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 54 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Bullets or Ballots is streaming on YouTube TV in India.
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Cast & crew
- William KeighleyDirector
- Edward G. RobinsonJohnny Blake
- Joan BlondellLee Morgan
- Barton MacLaneAl Kruger
- Humphrey BogartBugs Fenner
- Frank McHughHerman
- Joe KingDan 'Mac' McLaren
- Dick PurcellEd Driscoll
- George E. StoneWires Kagel
- Joseph CrehanGrand Jury Spokesman
- Henry O'NeillWard Bryant
- Henry KolkerMr. Hollister
- Gilbert EmeryMr. Thorndyke
Details
- Released
- 6 June 1936
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Seton I. Miller, Martin Mooney
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Bullets or Ballots: quick answers
Is Bullets or Ballots worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 54 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Bullets or Ballots?
Bullets or Ballots runs 82 minutes (1h 22m).
Does Bullets or Ballots have a post-credits scene?
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Bullets or Ballots parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Bullets or Ballots on?
Bullets or Ballots is streaming on YouTube TV in India. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like Bullets or Ballots?
If you liked Bullets or Ballots, try Havoc, Prince of the City, Rapid Fire.
Who directed Bullets or Ballots?
Bullets or Ballots (1936) was directed by William Keighley and stars Edward G. Robinson, Joan Blondell, Barton MacLane.