Frisco Kid

Set in San Francisco during the 1850s, the story follows Bat Morgan, a sailor who avoids being forced into ship service. Using his boldness and intelligence, Morgan climbs the social and financial ladder to dominate the gambling halls and vice districts of the Barbary Coast. As he gains wealth and power, he pursues a relationship with Jean Barrat, a principled woman and newspaper owner. While she is drawn to him, she rejects his proposals due to his immoral lifestyle. Morgan eventually faces danger from the criminal underworld and a growing movement of vigilantes determined to bring law to the city.

Directed by Lloyd Bacon, this film followed his work on Footlight Parade and preceded Marked Woman in his career. The movie stars James Cagney in the lead role alongside Margaret Lindsay, Ricardo Cortez, Lili Damita, Donald Woods, and Barton MacLane. Produced by Warner Bros. Pictures and The Vitaphone Corporation, the production featured a credited cast of 59 people. Audience reception is generally positive, with a rating of 6.2/10 on IMDb based on 734 votes and a 7/10 on TMDB from 10 votes.