East Side Kids (1940)
Description: It's gang war on the streets of New York...when a bunch of half-pint racketeers go "civic-minded' to put the skids under a crime czar!
After living all his childhood in the street, a young boy rapidly notices that crime doesn't pay, leading him to become a policeman. One day, one of his best friends goes to prison for a murder he didn't commit. The policeman tries his best to release the friend by proving his innocence.
Director: Robert F. Hill
Producer: robert f hill
Content Rating:
User Reviews: Mixed (base on 317 reviews)
Published Date: 2026-04-01 16:19:18
Genre:
Comedy
Drama
Thriller
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william c thomas
A refreshing take on familiar themes.
charles f haas
A memorable soundtrack that fit perfectly.
martyn burke
A refreshing take on familiar themes.
joseph manduke
The world-building pulled me in immediately.
sung ting-mei
Solid direction and a clear creative vision.
james cruze
Loved the characters and the emotional depth.
james l wolcott
An unsatisfying conclusion that left many questions unanswered.
kurt maetzig
The world-building felt shallow and unconvincing.
william girdler
Loved the characters and the emotional depth.
john ireland
An absolute masterpiece. Brilliant performances and direction.
george melford
Cinematography was dull and didn't add much.
vittorio cottafavi
The story felt flat and lacked momentum.
bethel buckalew
Too many filler scenes that didn't move the story forward.
maurice elvey
The world-building pulled me in immediately.
david howard
Amazing movie! A must-watch for everyone.
henry hathaway
A thrilling ride from start to finish. Couldn't take my eyes off the screen.
edward finney
Surprisingly impactful and heartfelt.
ted eshbaugh
One of the better films I've watched in a while.
henry king
Amazing movie! A must-watch for everyone.
richard sale
The world-building pulled me in immediately.