The King of the Roaring '20s: The Story of Arnold Rothstein Movie Review 1961

"True" story of infamous gangster, Arnold Rothstein, a brilliant and ruthless gambler who practically ran New York in the '20s. This version of his life focuses on his rise to power, the dealings with his enemies, and his crumbling personal life. Superficial due mostly to the weak screenplay. Adapted from the book "The Big Bankroll" by Leo Katcher.

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Available on VHS
Running time 106 minutes.

Cast and Crew

Genres

Crime Drama, Biopics: Cops & Robbers, Organized Crime, Gangs

Cast

David Janssen, Dianne Foster, Mickey Rooney, Jack Carson, Diana Dors, Dan O'Herlihy, Mickey Shaughnessy, Keenan Wynn

Director

Joseph M. Newman

Producer

Allied Artists