Idol of the Crowds

Name: Idol of the Crowds
Director: Arthur Lubin
Genre: Drama, Romance
Released: 1937-01-01
Duration: 60 min
Cast: John Wayne, Sheila Bromley, Charles Brokaw, Bill Burrud, Huntley Gordon

1937Dir. Arthur Lubin1h 0m

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So, 'Idol of the Crowds' is one of those interesting blends of sports drama and romance. Directed by Arthur Lubin, it showcases a retired hockey player, Johnny Hansen, who finds himself pulled back into the game to save his chicken farm. It’s got a lot of that classic 30s vibe, where the stakes feel almost tangible. The pacing keeps you engaged, and the tension ramps up when he’s confronted with a bribery attempt—definitely adds an edge. The performances, especially from the lead, bring a certain earnestness to Johnny’s moral dilemmas. What I find distinctive is how it walks that line between the glitzy world of sports fame and the grounded struggles of rural life. A true reflection of its era, really.

Features a blend of sports and romance that’s not too common. · The moral conflict adds depth to the straightforward narrative. · The practical effects in the hockey scenes, for the time, are pretty engaging.