Movie

Picture Snatcher

“His camera takes 'em from love nests to Page One before they can bat an eye---or put on a negligee!”

★ 6.8(25)19331h 17m

Picture Snatcher is streaming on YouTube TV and TCM in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 29 June 2026.

Where to watch Picture Snatcher

🇺🇸 United States

Good to know

Director: Lloyd Bacon
Release date: 1933-05-06
Runtime: 1h 17m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures

About Picture Snatcher

Picture Snatcher is a 1933 movie in the Comedy and Crime genres, directed by Lloyd Bacon, starring James Cagney, Ralph Bellamy and Patricia Ellis. It has a runtime of 1 hour 17 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 25 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Picture Snatcher in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An ex-con uses his street smarts to become a successful photojournalist.

Cast

James Cagney

Daniel Patrick "Danny" Kean

Ralph Bellamy

J.R. 'Al' McLean

Patricia Ellis

Patricia Mary 'Pat' Nolan

Alice White

Allison

Ralf Harolde

Jerry the Mug

Robert Emmett O'Connor

Police Lt. Casey Nolan

Robert Barrat

Grover, Graphic News Owner

G. Pat Collins

Hennessy the Fireman

Arthur Vinton

John, Sing Sing Head Keeper

Tom Wilson

Leo

Gino Corrado

Barber (uncredited)

Sterling Holloway

Journalism Student (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

new york cityparent child relationshipphotographersubwayexecutiontailorpre-codeperfumeeditordemotiontypesetter

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Picture Snatcher in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Picture Snatcher on YouTube TV and TCM. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.

Is Picture Snatcher on Netflix?+

Picture Snatcher is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on YouTube TV and TCM.

How long is Picture Snatcher?+

Picture Snatcher has a runtime of 1 hour 17 minutes (77 minutes).

Who stars in Picture Snatcher?+

Picture Snatcher stars James Cagney, Ralph Bellamy, Patricia Ellis, Alice White and Ralf Harolde.

When did Picture Snatcher come out?+

Picture Snatcher is a 1933 movie directed by Lloyd Bacon.

What genre is Picture Snatcher?+

Picture Snatcher is Comedy and Crime film.

Who directed Picture Snatcher?+

Picture Snatcher was directed by Lloyd Bacon.