Idol of the Crowds
Directed by Arthur LubinJohnny Hanson wants to make enough money to enlarge his chicken farm. He does this through hockey. Gangsters get involved in trying to get him to throw a championship game, even lining up a woman to help steer him their way.
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- Mister ArnJune 26, 2025“Idol of the Crowds” is a John Wayne sports melodrama set against the backdrop of professional hockey, an odd fit for the Duke. The film tries to layer in themes of integrity and personal sacrifice, but the inclusion of a mysterious kid subplot feels out of place and underdeveloped. Despite its earnest tone, it’s a well-meaning but ultimately forgettable B-movie, more notable for Wayne’s casting than for anything it brings to the ice.
Idol of the Crowds Trivia
Idol of the Crowds was released on September 30, 1937.
Idol of the Crowds was directed by Arthur Lubin.
Idol of the Crowds has a runtime of 60m.
Idol of the Crowds was produced by Trem Carr.
Johnny Hanson wants to make enough money to enlarge his chicken farm. He does this through hockey. Gangsters get involved in trying to get him to throw a championship game, even lining up a woman to help steer him their way.
The key characters in Idol of the Crowds are Johnny Hanson (John Wayne), Helen Dale (Sheila Bromley), Jack Irwin (Charles Brokaw).
Idol of the Crowds is rated Approved.
Idol of the Crowds is a Drama, Romance, Sport film.
Idol of the Crowds has an audience rating of 6 out of 10.