Idol of the Crowds (1937)

5.1/10 60 min Drama Romance

Overview

Retired hockey player Johnny Hansen, in order to make money to enlarge his chicken farm, returns to the game and leads his team into the championship series. Just before the series starts, he is offered a bribe to throw the games but refuses. An attempt is made on his life which results in Bobby, the team's mascot, being injured.

Cast

John Wayne

Johnny Hanson

Sheila Bromley

Helen Dale

Charles Brokaw

Jack Irwin

Bill Burrud

Bobby (as Billy Burrud)

Huntley Gordon

Harvey Castle

Russell Hopton

Kelly

Virginia Brissac

Mrs. Dale

George Lloyd

Spike Regan

Clem Bevans

Andy Moore (as Clem Bevins)

Edward Peil Sr.

Det. Sgt. Baker (uncredited)

Wilfred Lucas

Doctor (uncredited)

Theodore Lorch

Man with Irwin at Bar (uncredited)

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