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Rotten Tomatoes critics consensus
The film achieves epic stature due to Edward G. Robinson's volcanic charisma, establishing an unsurpassed template for the mobster archetype.
A small-time hood shoots his way to the top, but how long can he stay there?
Critical Consensus
7.2
IMDb
6.9
TMDB
Little Caesar received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences, maintaining its positive reception. With a 96% Rotten Tomatoes approval, critics praise Edward G. Robinson's charisma and the film's foundational influence on the mobster archetype.
The Cast
Edward G. Robinson
Caesar Enrico 'Rico' Bandello aka 'Little Caesar'
Douglas Fairbanks Jr.
Joe Massara
Glenda Farrell
Olga Stassoff
William Collier Jr.
Tony Passa
Sidney Blackmer
Big Boy
Ralph Ince
Pete Montana
Thomas E. Jackson
Sgt. Flaherty
Stanley Fields
Sam Vettori
Maurice Black
Little Arnie Lorch
George E. Stone
Otero
Trivia
Little Caesar was Edward G. Robinson's breakthrough role, immediately making him a major film star.
The film is often listed as one of the first fully-fledged gangster films and continues to be well received by critics.
Due to late copyright registration in 1930, the film is set to enter the public domain on January 1, 2026.
Clark Gable was considered for a role in the film, but Warner Bros. ultimately turned him down for the part.
Author W. R. Burnett was disappointed the film "conventionalized" his story, though he felt Edward G. Robinson's performance saved it.
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