Title: Bad Boy
Year: 1935
Genres: Drama; Crime
Director: John G. Blystone

Cast:

• James Cagney as Eddie Nolan
• Marian Nixon as Margie Sands
• Edward Woods as Danny Reynolds
• Robert McWade as Judge James Nolan
• Mary Treen as Nellie
• Berton Churchill as District Attorney Hilton
• Frank McHugh as Frankie

Synopsis:

Eddie Nolan, a hot-headed New York youth, is sentenced to reform school after a series of petty crimes. Under the stern but fair supervision of Superintendent Morgan, he clashes with fellow inmates but slowly learns responsibility through baseball and a budding friendship with Margie Sands, a social worker. When a prison riot breaks out, Eddie uses his street smarts to protect weaker boys, earning respect and a chance at parole. Upon release, he vows to turn his life around with Margie’s support.

Trivia:

• Features one of James Cagney’s early non-musical roles, showcasing his dramatic range.
• The film’s baseball sequences were shot at the original Yankee Stadium.
• Public domain status resulted from a failure to renew the copyright after its original term.