Movie

Bullets or Ballots

“WHO Rules The Rackets ? This picture puts the finger on the political higher-ups!”

★ 6.6(52)19361h 22m

Bullets or Ballots is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Amazon Video in Canada. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 15 June 2026.

Where to watch Bullets or Ballots

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Good to know

Director: William Keighley
Release date: 1936-06-06
Runtime: 1h 22m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures

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About Bullets or Ballots

Bullets or Ballots is a 1936 movie in the Crime and Drama genres, directed by William Keighley, starring Edward G. Robinson, Joan Blondell and Barton MacLane. It has a runtime of 1 hour 22 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 52 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Bullets or Ballots in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Edward G. Robinson

Johnny Blake

Joan Blondell

Lee Morgan

Barton MacLane

Al Kruger

Humphrey Bogart

Bugs Fenner

Frank McHugh

Herman

Joe King

Dan 'Mac' McLaren

Dick Purcell

Ed Driscoll

George E. Stone

Wires Kagel

Joseph Crehan

Grand Jury Spokesman

Henry O'Neill

Ward Bryant

Henry Kolker

Mr. Hollister

Gilbert Emery

Mr. Thorndyke

Themes & keywords

corruptionpoliceundercoverfilm in filmmurdershootoutinfiltrationpolice detectiveracketeerracketeeringnumbers gamebanking executivesanti-crime crusade

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Bullets or Ballots in Canada?+

In Canada, Bullets or Ballots is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Amazon Video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Bullets or Ballots on Netflix?+

Bullets or Ballots is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Bullets or Ballots?+

Bullets or Ballots has a runtime of 1 hour 22 minutes (82 minutes).

Who stars in Bullets or Ballots?+

Bullets or Ballots stars Edward G. Robinson, Joan Blondell, Barton MacLane, Humphrey Bogart and Frank McHugh.

When did Bullets or Ballots come out?+

Bullets or Ballots is a 1936 movie directed by William Keighley.

What genre is Bullets or Ballots?+

Bullets or Ballots is Crime and Drama film.

Who directed Bullets or Ballots?+

Bullets or Ballots was directed by William Keighley.