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193184 minCrime, Drama

The Public Enemy

Is The Public Enemy a Hit or Flop?

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Is The Public Enemy worth watching? With a rating of 7.2/10, this Crime, Drama film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Public Enemy Synopsis

Two young Chicago hoodlums, Tom Powers and Matt Doyle, rise up from their poverty-stricken slum life to become petty thieves, bootleggers and cold-blooded killers. But with street notoriety and newfound wealth, the duo feels the heat from the cops and rival gangsters both. Despite his ruthless criminal reputation, Tom tries to remain connected to his family, however, gang warfare and the need for revenge eventually pull him away.

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Top Cast

James Cagney
James CagneyTom Powers
Jean Harlow
Jean HarlowGwen Allen
Edward Woods
Edward WoodsMatt Doyle
Joan Blondell
Joan BlondellMamie
Donald Cook
Donald CookMike Powers
Leslie Fenton
Leslie FentonSamuel 'Nails' Nathan
Beryl Mercer
Beryl MercerMa Powers
Robert Emmett O'Connor
Robert Emmett O'ConnorPaddy Ryan
Murray Kinnell
Murray KinnellPutty Nose
Clark Burroughs
Clark BurroughsDutch (uncredited)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Public Enemy worth watching?

Yes, The Public Enemy is definitely worth watching! With a rating of 7.2/10, it's highly recommended for fans of Crime, Drama movies.

Is The Public Enemy hit or flop?

Based on audience ratings (7.2/10), The Public Enemy is considered a hit among viewers.

What genre is The Public Enemy?

The Public Enemy is a Crime, Drama movie that Two young Chicago hoodlums, Tom Powers and Matt Doyle, rise up from their poverty-stricken slum life to become petty thieves, bootleggers and cold-blo...

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